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Hematocrit Normal Ranges

Hematocrit (HCT) measures the percentage of blood volume made up of red blood cells.

Age GroupSexReference RangeUnitNotes
Adults (18–64)Male41 – 53%
Adults (18–64)Female36 – 46%
All agesFemale33 – 42%Pregnancy

Also reported in: L/L.

Critical (Panic) Values

Critical Low: < 21 %. Critical High: > 60 %. Values outside these limits require immediate clinical attention.

Common Causes of High HCT

Dehydration (most common cause)Polycythemia veraChronic hypoxia (COPD, high altitude)

Common Causes of Low HCT

Iron deficiency anemiaOverhydration or IV fluid administrationPregnancy (physiological hemodilution)

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