This dataset captures essential information about individuals' blood, including age, gender, and critical blood components. It reveals details like the number and size of red and white blood cells, hemoglobin levels, and platelet counts. Understanding these parameters helps assess overall health, identify potential issues, and monitor vital aspects of blood function.
Data Dictionary:
- Age: The age of the individual whose blood was tested.
- Gender: The gender of the individual (Male/Female).
- Hemoglobin: The amount of hemoglobin in the blood, crucial for oxygen transport.
- Platelet_Count: The number of platelets in the blood, involved in blood clotting.
- White_Blood_Cells: The count of white blood cells, vital for immune response.
- Red_Blood_Cells: The count of red blood cells, responsible for oxygen transport.
- MCV (Mean Corpuscular Volume): Average volume of a single red blood cell.
- MCH (Mean Corpuscular Hemoglobin): Average amount of hemoglobin per red blood cell.
- MCHC (Mean Corpuscular Hemoglobin Concentration): Average concentration of hemoglobin in red blood cells.