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Hematocrit

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Definition: The volume of packed RED BLOOD CELLS in a blood specimen. The volume is measured by centrifugation in a tube with graduated markings, or with automated blood cell counters. It is an indicator of erythrocyte status in disease. For example, ANEMIA shows a low value; POLYCYTHEMIA, a high value.  usually NIM    Other names Packed Red-Cell Volume; Erythrocyte Volume, Packed; Volumes, Packed Red-Cell; Volumes, Packed Erythrocyte; Volume, Packed Red-Cell; Volume, Packed Erythrocyte; Red-Cell Volumes, Packed; Red-Cell Volume, Packed; Packed Red-Cell Volumes; Packed Red Cell Volume; Packed Erythrocyte Volumes; Packed Erythrocyte Volume; Hematocrits; Erythrocyte Volumes, Packed

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