The hematocrit is usually performed as part of a Complete Blood Count (CBC) but may be ordered if there are signs and symptoms of anemia or polycythemia. It is sometimes performed when a person shows signs of severe dehydration.
Volkswagen to refit cars affected by emissions scandal. BERLIN Volkswagen (VOWG_p.DE) said on Tuesday it will repair up to 11 million vehicles and overhaul its namesake brand following the scandal over its rigging of emissions tests.
The issue is the second this year to beset the world's top-selling hybrid car. In February, about 400,000 Priuses were recalled for a braking problem. About 2400 cars were affected in Australia. Reuters reports that since last November, Toyota has recalled about 14 million vehicles worldwide, including more than 8 million cars in the United States for sticking floor mats and pedals.