Is Hematocrit 55.4 high, normal or dangerous? What does Hematocrit level 55.4 mean?

Your Hematocrit level of 55.4 is a High Hematocrit level.

High Hematocrit levels could indicate health issues. Typically, levels between 40 % to 50 % suggest no concerns. However, deviations from this range warrant prompt medical attention. Consulting a doctor for abnormal levels is advisable.

Normal range of Hematocrit found among men :40 - 50 %

Ideal values of Hematocrit depending on age (male) :

Age	Ideal Hematocrit value
<5 years	42.216
5-10 years	44.555
10-15 years	47.023
15-20 years	49.628
20-25 years	49.475
25-30 years	49.323
30-35 years	49.171
35-40 years	49.02
40-45 years	48.87
45-50 years	48.72
50-55 years	48.57
55-60 years	48.421
60-70 years	48.273
70-80 years	48.125
80-90 years	47.977
90-100 years	47.83
>100 years	47.683

*Ideal values ​are calculated based on our database of patient records

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Some examples of conditions that increase or decrease Hematocrit levels include:

• Damage to the bone marrow
• Kidney failure
• Excessive destruction of red blood cells
• Chronic inflammatory diseases
• Congenital heart disease

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Normal range of Hematocrit found among women :40-50 %

Ideal values of Hematocrit depending on age (female) :

Age	Ideal Hematocrit value
<5 years	42.282
5-10 years	44.695
10-15 years	47.245
15-20 years	49.941
20-25 years	49.779
25-30 years	49.616
30-35 years	49.454
35-40 years	49.293
40-45 years	49.133
45-50 years	48.973
50-55 years	48.813
55-60 years	48.654
60-70 years	48.495
70-80 years	48.337
80-90 years	48.179
90-100 years	48.022
>100 years	47.865

If you take a Hematocrit blood test and the results are not in the normal range (40-50 %), your physician may recommend more tests to figure out the problem. You might also get this test if your physician thinks you have some other disease.

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How the Hematocrit Test Is Done :

When your doctor recommends a Hematocrit test, you'll likely undergo a simple blood draw specifically targeting the measurement of Hematocrit. A pathologist, a specialist in studying diseases, will collect a small blood sample from your veins using a needle. Your Hematocrit test results will typically be available within a few hours after this procedure.

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