A Hematocrit of 56% Would Be an Indication Of

Question

A hematocrit of 56% would be an indication of:
A)leukocytosis.
B)anemia.
C)leukemia.
D)polycythemia.

Accepted Answer

A hematocrit of 56% is higher than the normal range and indicates an elevated number of red blood cells. This condition is known as polycythemia, which can be primary (due to bone marrow disorder) or secondary (due to high altitude, smoking, chronic lung disease, or kidney tumor). Anemia, on the other hand, is characterized by a low hematocrit and a diminished number of red blood cells. Leukocytosis and leukemia are related to an abnormal increase in white blood cells.