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What is the significance of an MCV in a blood test report?

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What is the significance of an MCV in a blood test report?

MCV stands for mean corpuscular volume. An MCV blood test measures the average size of your red blood cells.

Last updated on 12 Dec 2024

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What is the significance of an MCV in a blood test report?

MCV stands for mean corpuscular volume. An MCV blood test measures the average size of your red blood cells.

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Which vitamin is required to formation for RBC?

We require vitamin B12 for the formation of red blood cells.

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What is RDW in a high blood test?

A red cell distribution width (RDW) test measures the differences in the volume and size of your red blood cells.

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How do I increase the amount of red blood cells?

The best sources are red meat, poultry, fish, and shellfish. Other foods high in iron include peas, lentils, beans, tofu, dark green leafy vegetables such as spinach, dried fruits such as prunes and raisins, and iron-fortified cereals and breads

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What does a high MCV mean on a blood test?

High MCV means that the RBC are too large and indicates macrocytic anemia.

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