Discharge hematocrit

What does "Discharge hematocrit" mean in a report or doctor's letter? In our medical dictionary, you will find a patient-friendly explanation of the meaning of this medical term.

Explanation

"Discharge hematocrit" refers to the level of a specific component in the blood, known as hematocrit, at the time a patient is discharged from the hospital. Hematocrit is a measure of the proportion of red blood cells to the total blood volume. A discharge hematocrit test is done to check if this proportion is within a healthy range, as both high and low levels can indicate certain health problems. This test is part of the routine checks done before a patient leaves the hospital.

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