Measuring Red Cell Survival
Chromium
tagged red blood cells measured for survival
Method:
Normal:
½
disappearance time =
25-32 days
Mild
hemolysis:
½
disappearance time =
20-25 days
Moderate
hemolysis:
½
disappearance time =
15-20 days
Severe
hemolysis:
½
disappearance time =
<15 days