Question

What is a hematocrit? A hematocrit is the percentage of erythrocytes in a whole blood sample. A hematocrit is the percentage of plasma in a whole blood sample. A hematocrit is the percentage of all formed elements in a whole blood sample. A hematocrit is the percentage of leukocytes and platelets in a whole blood sample.

Answer 1

Answer:

Option A

Explanation:

The test which  determines the percentage of erythrocytes or red blood cells (RBC's) in the total blood sample of an individual  is known as the hematocrit blood test. The measurements for hematocrit test are usually taken by volume. It is a very basic test conducted as per prescription of physician to understand the health of an individual  

Anemia results when the results of hematocrit blood test are extremely low.  

Hence, option A is correct