What does an elevated RDW value in blood tests mean?

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Dr Dhankecha Dineshbhai

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A high RDW means that there's variation in the size of your red blood cells beyond what's considered normal. A high RDW may be a sign of anemia or a related condition.

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Take a ALLERGY COMPONENT RESOLVED DIAGNOSTICS (CRD) PANEL Test or Take a FDP (Fibronogen Degradation Products) Test

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