- Male
- 28 Years
- 09/09/2025
I recently had a routine blood test, and my results are: RBC count: 5.79 million/microL Hemoglobin: 17.2 g/dL Red Cell Distribution Width (RDW): 51.8 Do these results require medical attention? If yes, which specialist should I consult?
Answered by 1 Apollo Doctors
RBC (5.79) and Hb (17.2) slightly high. RDW 51.8 is unusually high. Could be dehydration, lab error, or blood disorder. Repeat CBC with Peripheral Smear. See Hematologist if values remain high.
Dr. Ezhilarasan Suggests...
Take a COMPLETE BLOOD COUNT (CBC) Test or Take a PERIPHERAL SMEAR Test
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