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hematocrit |
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Synonyms |
packed erythrocyte volume packed red-cell volume Ht |
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Definitions |
The volume of packed RED BLOOD CELLS in a blood specimen. The volume is measured by centrifugation in a tube with graduated markings, or with automated blood cell counters. It is an indicator of erythrocyte status in disease. For example, ANEMIA shows a low value; POLYCYTHEMIA, a high value. |
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http://www.ebi.ac.uk/efo/EFO_0004348 |
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database_cross_reference |
MedDRA:10019422 MeSH:D006400 |
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definition |
The volume of packed RED BLOOD CELLS in a blood specimen. The volume is measured by centrifugation in a tube with graduated markings, or with automated blood cell counters. It is an indicator of erythrocyte status in disease. For example, ANEMIA shows a low value; POLYCYTHEMIA, a high value. |
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gwas_trait |
true |
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has_exact_synonym |
packed erythrocyte volume packed red-cell volume Ht |
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label |
hematocrit |
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preferred label |
hematocrit |
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prefixIRI |
efo1:EFO_0004348 |
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prefLabel |
hematocrit |
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term editor |
Dani Welter |
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