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What Does RDW Denote In A CBC Test Report?
Question: can you please tell me what does it mean on a cbc blood test when when the rdw count is high? I am currently being treated for polycythemia vera. Should I be concerned?
Brief Answer:
it is not of concern
Detailed Answer:
Hi
Thanks for your query.
RDW denotes the size variation of red blood cells. RDW is usually high in polycythemia vera. It is nothing unusual.
As you are already on treatment, there is nothing to worry.
Hope this helps.
Regards
it is not of concern
Detailed Answer:
Hi
Thanks for your query.
RDW denotes the size variation of red blood cells. RDW is usually high in polycythemia vera. It is nothing unusual.
As you are already on treatment, there is nothing to worry.
Hope this helps.
Regards
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