Hematocrit is defined as the ____.
A) percentage of total plasma volume composed of red blood cells
B) amount of red blood cells in total plasma volume
C) percentage of total plasma volume composed of hemoglobin
D) amount of hemoglobin and myoglobin in the blood plasma

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Hematocrit is the percentage of total plasma volume composed of red blood cells. It is often used as a measure of an individual's red blood cell count and is used to help diagnose conditions such as anemia and polycythemia.

Hematocrit Is Defined as the ____