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HCT (Hematocrit) Abbreviation

What is HCT?

HCT stands for Hematocrit, which measures the percentage of your total blood volume that is made up of red blood cells.

Normal Range

  • Men: 40.7% to 50.3%
  • Women: 36.1% to 44.3%

What Abnormal Values Mean

  • Low HCT: May indicate anemia, blood loss, or nutritional deficiencies
  • High HCT: May indicate dehydration, lung disease, or certain blood disorders

Related Terms

  • CBC: Complete Blood Count (includes HCT)
  • HGB: Hemoglobin (closely related to HCT)
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