HCT

Abbreviation Routine Blood Collections

Hematocrit: the share of whole blood occupied by packed red cells, given as a percentage. ISMP also flags HCT as unsafe shorthand for hydrocortisone.

Sources

• Hematocrit Test (MedlinePlus Medical Test) · U.S. National Library of Medicine (MedlinePlus)
• ISMP List of Error-Prone Abbreviations, Symbols, and Dose Designations (2021): D/C may mean discharge or discontinue · Institute for Safe Medication Practices (ISMP)

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