Answer to Question #200233 in Human Anatomy and Physiology for brianna ruiz

Question

cbc test and hematocrit test

Answer 1

A hematocrit test is part of a complete blood count (CBC). Measuring the proportion of red blood cells in your blood can help your doctor make a diagnosis or monitor your response to a treatment. A lower than normal hematocrit can indicate: An insufficient supply of healthy red blood cells (anemia).