42. Choose the FALSE statement regarding erythrocyte sedimentation rate (ESR)? A. ESR is a specific indicator of inflammation B. ESR is governed by the balance between pro-sedimentary factors, mainly fibrinogen, and anti-sedimentary factors negative charge of erythrocytes C. In inflammation the high proportion of fibrinogen in the blood causes the red blood cells to clump together in clumped 'stack' structures called 'rolls' D. Roll formation may also occur in lymphoproliferative disorders in which one or more paraproteins are secreted in large amounts. E. Roll formation may be physiologically normal in horses, cats and pigs.

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