reference values


ref·er·ence val·ues

a set of laboratory test values obtained from an individual or group in a defined state of health; this term replaces normal values, because it is based on a defined state of health rather than on apparent health.

ref·er·ence val·ues

(ref'rĕns val'yūz) A set of laboratory test values obtained from an individual or group in a defined state of health; replaces the so-called normal values; based on a defined state of health.