Which of the following blood tests measures how long it takes for a clot to form?
A) erythrocyte sedimentation rate
B) culture and sensitivity
C) hematocrit
D) pro-time
D) pro-time
A pro-time measures how long it takes for a clot to form. An erythrocyte
sedimentation rate determines the rate at which mature red blood cells settle out of the blood
after the addition of an anticoagulant. A culture and sensitivity test checks for bacteria and, if
present, which antibiotics will work on it. A hematocrit measures the volume of red blood cells
within the total volume of blood.
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Fill in the blank with the right word.
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