Learn about the health conditions that blood volume analysis reveals

Blood tests and analyzes are important diagnostic issues to detect various health problems, and a blood volume test, which is also called a plasma volume test or red cell mass test, is a nuclear laboratory procedure used to measure the volume and quantity of blood in the body. The test also measures the volume of plasma and red blood cells, according to a report For the US Cleveland website.

A blood volume test can be used to diagnose these conditions:

Hypovolemia.

Anemia (low red cell volume)

Polycythemia (high red cell size)

A blood volume test also helps evaluate and treat these conditions:

 

Orthostatic hypotension (low blood pressure while straightening).

Hypertension.

Heart failure (decreased heart pumping power).

shock

A blood volume test may be used to evaluate these treatments:

Dialysis

Preoperative treatment (blood thinning)

Pre and post assessment of fluid status

Detection of pseudo-anaemia secondary to fluid retention

blood transfusion treatment

Why is this test recommended?

The results of the blood volume test help your doctor determine the cause of your symptoms, abnormal laboratory results, or certain circulatory disorders. The test results will also help your doctor plan a course of treatment.

What are the risks of the test?

 

The main risk of this procedure is an allergic reaction to the iodine used in the test, although this is rare

You can take your prescribed medications as usual before this test but do not take diuretics or laxatives before the test, if you have diabetes please ask for an appointment in the middle of the morning so you can have a light breakfast at least four hours before the test and also complete the test Just in time for lunch.

If you have questions or need help making adjustments to your medication, please contact your doctor.

Is it possible to eat before the test?

Eat a normal meal the evening before the test Do not eat or drink anything except water for four hours before the test.

Do not eat or drink anything containing caffeine, including decaffeinated and decaffeinated products, because they may contain small amounts of caffeine.