Fast Hgb/HCT

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What does anyone use for a quick Hgb/HCT in an active bleed situation? 
I have used the HemoCue before but that was over 20 years ago. 

Is there anything new out there for this? 

Thanks. 

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I think Hemocue is probably still the best thing going for a quick, measured value,  if that's the only test you need.  For other devices, unless it has a cooximeter, it's going to be a calculated value based on conductivity, and not 100% reliable, especially when patients are receiving various infusions.

Same - we use the Hemocue. 

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