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Hematocrit level high from blood test 52.6% my doctor didn't seem worried should i be?

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High elevation...: The partial pressure of oxygen in salt lake city is lower than "normal". This relative hypoxia may increase hematocrit. Plus, dehydration before the blood test may increase it even more.

Answered 10/4/2016

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