ASSESSMENT OF PACKED CELL VOLUME AMONG PREGNANTS IN URBAN AREA OF WARANGAL
Journal Title: International Journal of Basic and Applied Physiology - Year 2014, Vol 3, Issue 1
Abstract
Background & objectives: The most critical determinant of blood viscosity is the hematocrit . Blood viscosity reflects its rheological properties which can be influenced by packed cell volume. The objective of the present study is to determine packed cell volume in normal pregnancy Methods: The packed cell volume (PCV) can be determined by centrifuging heparinized blood in microhematocrit tubes. Results: PCV values showed statistically significant decrease in pregnant women of 1st trimester, 2nd trimester and 3rd trimester when compared to controls, respectively. There was also statistically significant decrease in PCV values of pregnant women in 3rd trimester when compared to pregnant women in 2nd trimester and 1st trimester. Interpretation & conclusion: PCV decreased significantly in pregnant women in 1st trimester, 2nd trimester and pregnant women in 3rd trimester when compared to that of controls
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W. Naga Deepa, Chethan Desai, Yadaiah ,, Swetha ,, Hemangini ,
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