Why is my MCHC low and RDW high with anemia?

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Dr Vasanthasree Nair

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MBBS
15+ Yrs

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A high RDW and low MCV suggests iron deficiency or microcytic anemia

Dr. Vasanthasree Suggests...

Take a CEA Test (Carcinoembryonic Antigen) Test or Take a GAUCHER DISEASE (GBA) GENE ANALYSIS Test

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Answered 24/07/2025

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