What is a hematocrit?
This test is a part of CBC test which measures the percentage of red blood cells in the blood.
Last updated on 12 Dec 2024
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Yes, you can take a single lab draw. Additionally take iron supplements if your hemoglobin levels are 5.6. However, consider investigating why your levels are low with a blood test.
One can lower hematocirt levels by avoiding iron supplements and excessive consumption of alcohol. Instead one should stay hydrated and take bran daily to keep hematocit levels in check.
It is slighty low.
Hemoglobin, Iron Test
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