Hematocrit
Type:
Calculated value.
Proportion of blood volume occupied by red blood cells
Primary Function:
Normal Values:
35 - 50 %
Low level could suggest a lack of healthy red blood cells, which might be due to infection, blood cell disorders, kidney issues, vitamin or mineral deficiencies, or blood loss.
Symptoms/Pathology in Deficiency:
High hematocrit level could be a sign of dehydration, heavy smoking, or lung or heart disease.
Symptoms/Pathology in Increase:
