Question 1

could you tell me what are leads to for high hematocrits?

Accepted Answer

Polycythemia: Elevation of hemoglobin / hematocrits is called polycythemia. It can be divided in to two groups- primary bone marrow problem- is called- polycythemia vera  vs.Secondary polycythemia that can be caused by / associated to different conditions- including dehydration, significant lung disease, problem with liver, cysts, familial conditions etc. D/w your md and you may need to see a hematologist.

Question 2

low hematocrit what causes it?

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Anemia: Please visit this site for information on this topic: https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/anemia/symptoms-causes/syc-20351360
A low hematocrit in adult warrant exclusion of bleeding in the intestine.
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Question 3

what does the hematocrit measure?

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Red cell volume: Hematocrit is the proportion of blood volume made up by red blood cells. A hematocrit of 45 means that 45% of blood volume is red cells and the rest is plasma or liquid part.

Question 4

how can i treat a low hematocrit?

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Depend of the cause: Treatment for anemia ( low hemoglobin/hematocrit) has to be directed to the underlying cause/etiology of the anemia. Many things can cause anemia eg- bleeding, iron deficiency, deficiency in other nutrient, red blood cells destruction, drug induced, bone marrow failure, other red blood cells disorder etc. See you doctor and have further evaluation. If complicated- see a hematologist to help you.

Question 5

how dangerous is a hematocrit of 24?

Accepted Answer

Depends: It is something that should definitely be evaluated.  Either you body isn't making enough red blood cells or you are losing them somewhere. The hematocrit of 24 is not a danger on its own.  Your body can tolerate a crit that low. You need to be evaluated for the cause, though.

Question 6

how do i raise hematocrit levels asap?

Accepted Answer

Blood transfusion: Blood transfusion can increase your hemoglobin /.Hematocrit rapidly. However, there are many factors that can cause anemia- eg- bleeding, iron deficiency, vit deficiency, destruction of red blood cells, bone marrow failure, other chronic diseases etc. The treatment has to be directed towards the underlying cause.

Question 7

does a result of 133 in hematocrit bad?

Accepted Answer

Not a valid result: Hematocrit is the percentage of whole blood volume that is comprised of red blood cells (RBC). Mathematically, it can range between 0 - 100%, but normally is between 35-45%. A value of 133 makes no sense. Hemoglobin is a measure of the major protein in RBC and varies from 12-15 g/dL.

Question 8

what does it mean if you have high hematocrit?

Accepted Answer

Polycythemia: A high hematocrit indicates that one has too many red cells (polycythemia). There are many different causes of this condition, some of them potentially serious, so it is always important to have this problem evaluated by a hematologist.

Question 9

what are poc hematocrit rb low level symptoms?

Accepted Answer

Depends. how low?: All laboratory results need to be interpreted in the clinical context and the doctor who ordered the tests is usually in the best position to do that. Having said that, most people do not have any symptoms with hemoglobin level of 10 gm/dL or hematocrit of 30. 
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Practice safe sex.

Question 10

what is the definition or description of: hematocrit?

Accepted Answer

A measure: Of red blood cell number.  Classically this was the "packed cell volume."  blood was placed in a microtube and spun in a centrifuge.  The rbcs settle to the bottom and one measures the height in the tube and reported as a percentage.  Now determined by an automated machine.  A typical hct is about 3 x the hemoglobin (hgb).

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