Hematocrit test
The blood sample is generally drawn with a needle from a vein in your arm. You may feel some tenderness at the site, but you''ll be able to resume normal activities afterward. Results Results
Ideal blood pressure is categorized as normal. Increased blood pressure may be categorized as elevated, stage 1 or stage 2 depending on the specific numbers. A diagnosis of
Overview An aspartate aminotransferase test, also called an AST test, is a blood test. It''s commonly used to check the health of the liver. AST is a substance found mostly in
Overview A complete blood count (CBC) is a blood test. It''s used to look at overall health and find a wide range of conditions, including anemia, infection and leukemia. A
A normal resting heart rate for adults ranges from 60 to 100 beats per minute. A heart rate above or below that may signal a health condition.
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