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Hematocrit Safety Monitoring

Meaning

Hematocrit Safety Monitoring is a clinical surveillance practice involving the periodic measurement of the percentage of red blood cells in total blood volume. This is particularly crucial when administering therapies, such as certain exogenous androgens or hormonal agents, known to stimulate erythropoiesis. Maintaining hematocrit within safe physiological limits is paramount to prevent hyperviscosity syndromes.