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    Hematocrito (en. Hematocrit)

    /ema.to.kɾi.to/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Hematocrit measures the percentage of red blood cells in the blood.
    The normal hematocrit in adults ranges between 38% and 52%.
    El hematocrito normal en adultos varía entre 38% y 52%.
    A low hematocrit may indicate anemia.
    The doctor suspects anemia due to the low hematocrit level.
    El médico sospecha anemia debido al bajo nivel de hematocrito.
    A centrifuge is used to measure hematocrit.
    The laboratory conducts tests to determine the patient's hematocrit.
    El laboratorio realiza pruebas para determinar el hematocrito del paciente.

    Etymology

    From the Greek 'haima' (blood) and 'kritos' (separated).

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    low hematocrit
    Indicates a possible state of anemia.
    hematocrito bajo
    high hematocrit
    May indicate dehydration or lung diseases.
    hematocrito alto
    hematocrit analysis
    Test that determines the amount of red blood cells in the blood.
    análisis de hematocrito

    Related Words

    red blood cells
    Blood cells that transport oxygen.
    glóbulos rojos
    anemia
    Condition characterized by the decrease of red blood cells.
    anemia
    blood
    Fluid that circulates through the cardiovascular system.
    sangre

    Slang Meanings

    Increase in hematocrit due to dehydration.
    That athlete has elevated hematocrit due to not hydrating.
    Ese atleta tiene el hematocrito elevado por no hidratarse.
    Low hematocrit related to malaise.
    He feels a bit weak; his hematocrit is probably low.
    Se siente un poco débil; probablemente su hematocrito está bajo.