Which is considered an approximate normal hematocrit value?
a. Three times the hemoglobin value
b. The same as the hemoglobin value
c. Four times lower than the red blood cell count
d. Same as the red blood cell count
A
Hematocrit is approximately three times the hemoglobin value.
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