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What Causes Elevated Hematocrit And RBC Counts?

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Question : Hemocrit is high and red blood cells are high as well is this a sign of lupus
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Answered by Dr. Dr. Esmeralda Sera (18 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
High hematocrit

Detailed Answer:
Hi and thank you for asking

The major hematologic manifestations of SLE are anemia, leukopenia, thrombocytopenia.
Should be considered and other symptoms for the diagnosis.

Hope this answers your question. If you have additional questions or follow up questions then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your questions.

Wishing you good health.
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What Causes Elevated Hematocrit And RBC Counts?

Brief Answer: High hematocrit Detailed Answer: Hi and thank you for asking The major hematologic manifestations of SLE are anemia, leukopenia, thrombocytopenia. Should be considered and other symptoms for the diagnosis. Hope this answers your question. If you have additional questions or follow up questions then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your questions. Wishing you good health.