Examples of disquietude in a sentence. as updates of the devastation caused by the earthquake poured in, our disquietude only increased.
A low hematocrit means the percentage of red blood cells is below the lower limits of normal (see above) for that person's age, sex, or specific condition (for example, pregnancy or high-altitude living). Another term for low hematocrit is anemia. Causes of low hematocrit, or anemia, include: 1  Bleeding (ulcers, trauma, colon cancer, internal bleeding) 2  Destruction of red blood cells (sickle cell anemia, enlarged spleen)  Decreased production of red blood cells (bone marrow supression, cancer, drugs)
The more red blood cells present in the body, the more oxygen and nutrients can be carried to various vital organs for proper functioning. A decrease in hematocrit indicates less delivery of oxygen and nutrients to the bodyâs vital organs. 1  Blood transfusions.2  Hematocrit levels can increase when red blood cells increase. 3  Blood transfusions can replace any blood loss in the body and it can raise the bodyâs red blood cell count, elevating hematocrit levels. Supplementing the body with iron can help increase the bloodâs capacity to carry oxygen and supply the body with oxygen. 2  Address the cause of bleeding. 3  Any bleeding from the body, external or internal, has to be treated or addressed to avoid further decrease in the hematocrit levels.