Help Please log in to determine if you are eligible to purchase PT Programs. ERYTHROCYTE SEDIMENTATION RATE - ESR1 Analytes/procedures in bold type are regulated for proficiency testing by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). Procedure Challenges per Shipment Number of Shipments Sedimat 15, Sedimat 15 Plus 3 Two shipments per year Program Information Three 6.0‑mL whole blood specimens Shipping Schedule Shipment A: May 17 Shipment B: November 15 Guest Log in/Register