What does hematocrit mean?
The proportion of blood that is made up of red blood cells, expressed as a percentage. It is an important indicator of a person's health, particularly in relation to anemia or polycythemia.
Example
"The doctor ordered a blood test to check the patient's hematocrit level, which had been low due to a recent illness."
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