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[Quester]

That is rather contrary to what I've been told by my PCP, cardiologist, and the oncologist that was handling my care. A high percentage of RBC is a high percentage regardless of size or maturity.
Not looking to argue, just sharing what I was told.

No problems brother,
It's problematic that these words are used as names of tests/proteins, it can make it unclear as to what someone is referring. In this case, I'm describing the tests. And, I'm not addressing a relationship between size/maturity and percentage. I'm saying that the two tests -globin and -crit are for the same goal but are appropriate for different populations.
I think i see how I was unclear. In the quote, by "is fine," I meant that hematocrit (vs using the hemoglobin test) is the right test in the described conditions.

[Quester]

edit: I didn't realize the above response had posted

[almostgone]

No problems brother,
It's problematic that these words are used as names of tests/proteins, it can make it unclear as to what someone is referring. In this case, I'm describing the tests. And, I'm not addressing a relationship between size/maturity and percentage. I'm saying that the two tests -globin and -crit are for the same goal but are appropriate for different populations.
I think i see how I was unclear. In the quote, by "is fine," I meant that hematocrit (vs using the hemoglobin test) is the right test in the described conditions.

Excellent! I love it when you can discuss with people without them taking it as a personal attack.

[Quester]

Excellent! I love it when you can discuss with people without them taking it as a personal attack.

It seems to be a lot easier when both parties are of similar body weight, age and have a little base in their voice. LOL