So once again my hematocrit is on the rise. In April it was 47% with a hemoglobin of 16.7 and then may 1st it was 48% with a hemoglobin of 16.8 and now it is 50% with a hemoglobin of 17.4(although im starting to wonder if I could have been a bit dehydrated for that last test I hope). Anyways I presented my recent labs to my doctor and requested a phlebotomy to get my numbers down and they told me that at this time, phlebotomy is not necessary. I hate how they make you wait until you are out of range to donate. Such BS! so guys, help me ease my anxiety. As far as I know, my hematocrit is probably anywhere from 49-52% I assume depending on how hydrated I am and my hemoglobin is around 17. Is that so bad? Are there guys who walk around with a much higher crit? Im not about to die right? Sorry but this freaks me out.