Hematocrit
Synonyms
Erythrocyte Volume, Packed
Erythrocyte Volumes, Packed
Hematocrits
Packed Erythrocyte Volume
Packed Erythrocyte Volumes
Packed Red Cell Volume
Packed Red-Cell Volume
Packed Red-Cell Volumes
Red-Cell Volume, Packed
Red-Cell Volumes, Packed
Volume, Packed Erythrocyte
Volume, Packed Red-Cell
Volumes, Packed Erythrocyte
Volumes, Packed Red-Cell
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.