Hematocrit. The hematocrit (Ht or HCT, British English spelling haematocrit), also known as packed cell volume (PCV) or erythrocyte volume fraction (EVF), is the volume percentage (%) of red blood cells in blood. It is normally 45% for men and 40% for women.ecause the purpose of red blood cells is to transfer oxygen from the lungs to body tissues, a blood sample's hematocritâthe red blood cell volume percentageâcan become a point of reference of its capability of delivering oxygen.
The classic symptoms of a bacterial infection are localized redness, heat, swelling and pain. One of the hallmarks of a bacterial infection is local pain, pain that is in a specific part of the body. For example, if a cut occurs and is infected with bacteria, pain occurs at the site of the infection.
Bacterial Infections: Types and Symptoms. When the intestinal infection is caused by bacteria, it is termed as a bacterial intestinal infection or bacterial gastroenteritis. The pathogenic bacteria invades the intestines and causes inflammation.It enters the human body through the intake of contaminated food, water, and undercooked meat.iarrhea, vomiting, muscle aches, fatigue, headaches, and nausea are some of the common symptoms of this infection. Common signs are itching in the anal and vaginal region (in girls), along with pain in the abdomen, disturbed sleep, weight loss, and poor appetite.