Hematocrit is a laboratory parameter that indicates the percentage of red blood cells, called erythrocytes, red blood cells, or hematos in the total volume of a blood sample, helping to identify and diagnose certain problems such as anemia.
The value of hematocrit may also reflect the amount of hemoglobin present in red blood cells: when hematocrit is low, this usually indicates that a situation leads to a decrease in the amount of red blood cells in hemoglobin as anemia progresses. , may indicate that there is little fluid in the blood, which could mean severe dehydration.
See what the results of other tests mean: hemoglobin, platelets, and hematology.
Hematocrit reference values vary in the laboratory, but generally the normal hematocrit value is:
The value of hematocrit may vary from laboratory to laboratory and should be interpreted in conjunction with other haematological parameters, in the case of a slight change in the value of this parameter, this does not necessarily mean that there is a health problem, since the result should always be interpreted by the doctor requesting the test, so that the diagnosis is based on the analysis , the results of all the tests requested and the symptoms described by the person so that they can start treatment if necessary. interpretation of hematology.
The hematocrit below may indicate the presence of
During blood circulation, the hematocrit is generally lower than anemia, especially if the hemoglobin and ferritin values are also low. However, anemia during normal delivery can be dangerous for mother and baby if not treated properly. More information on anemia during the embargo, its symptoms and risks.
Increased hematocrit could manifest itself mainly by decreasing the amount of water in the blood, increasing the amount of erythrocytes and hemoglobin, if this situation is due to dehydration. disease, when there are oxygen levels in the blood in case of polyglobulia, because there is an increase in production and therefore an excess of circulating red blood cells.