A type and crossmatch were ordered because the patient’s hemoglobin and hematocrit were dropping.
2. On 11/28/00, a type and crossmatch were ordered because the patient’s hemoglobin and hematocrit were dropping. Preop hemoglobin and hematocrit 11.9 g/dL (reference range 12 to 16 g/dL); 35.6% (reference range, 37 to 47%) 11/28/00 hemoglobin and hematocrit 8.0 g/dL; 24.1% What is the most likely explanation for the drop in hemoglobin and hematocrit? […]