Using the results of the PCV and TS is a quick and simple way to provide you with additional information regarding your patient. You need minimum equipment and it is worth investing in this to enable you to include these procedures when you are working up your cases.
In this section, we will take you through how to measure packed cell volume and total solids, as well as other clues such as visual assessment of the blood sample, which will help you reach your diagnosis. In addition, we provide you with some key pointers on how to interpret your findings.
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