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Hematocrit
Erythrocyte Volume, Packed | Packed Red-Cell Volume | Erythrocyte Volumes, Packed | Hematocrits | Packed Erythrocyte Volume | Packed Erythrocyte Volumes | Packed Red Cell Volume | Packed Red-Cell Volumes | Red-Cell Volume, Packed
Measurement of the volume of packed red cells in a blood specimen by centrifugation. The procedure is performed using a tube with graduated markings or with automated blood cell counters. It is used as an indicator of erythrocyte status in disease. For example, anemia shows a low hematocrit, polycythemia, high values. |
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