My blood report is abnormal. It shows low Basophils Absolute Count 0.01, high Total RBC 6.02, low MCV 62, low MCH 17.4, low MCHC 28.2, and high RDW CV 20.2. I need to understand if I should be worried?

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Dr Shaik Kalam

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These findings suggest iron deficiency anemia or thalassemia trait. It should be evaluated further. Do the required iron studies and hemoglobin electrophoresis.

Dr. Shaik Suggests...

Take a Serum Iron test Test or Take a TIBC Test (Total Iron Binding Capacity) Test

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Answered 03/09/2025

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