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What does a high MCV mean on a blood test?

What does a high MCV mean on a blood test?

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

Last updated on 31 May 2023

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What can a vegetarian eat to increase red blood cells?

One can take baked potatoes, spinach, nuts, beans, legumes and green leafy vegetables if they are vegetarians and cannot consume meat.

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How is anemia diagnosed and treated?

To diagnose anemia, your doctor will ask you about your medical and family history, do a physical exam, and order blood tests. Tests may include complete blood count (CBC). A CBC is used to count the number of blood cells in a sample of blood

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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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What do you mean by anemia, and how will it be cured?

Anemia occurs when there aren't enough healthy red blood cells to carry oxygen to your body's organs. As a result, it's common to feel cold and symptoms of tiredness or weakness. There are many different types of anemia, but the most common type is iron-deficiency anemia.

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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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