Hi, my blood report says predominantly normocytic normochromic with macrocytes and ovalocytes. What does it mean and what could be the cause? What is its effect and how can it be rectified?

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Dr Shaik Kalam

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This pattern suggests mostly normal red blood cells with some larger and oval ones. Causes may include early vitamin B12 or folate deficiency, alcohol use, or liver disease. Treatment depends on the cause.

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Hi, my blood report includes the remark ALERT, Predominantly normocytic normochromic with macrocytes and ovalocytes. I would like to understand what this means. My report shows, Hemoglobin is 12.8 g/dL, MCV is 109.9 fL, MCH is 33.2 pg, MCHC is 30.3 g/dL, RDWSD is 59.3 fL, RDWCV is 14.4 percent. Could you please explain the significance of these findings?

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