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FBC Test Shows Elevated MCV And Abnormal Hb Level. Reason?
Question: Female with recent fbc result of hb of 14 and mcv elevated,What is the reason for this?
Hello, I would be happy to help you with your question.
A Hgb of 14 is not really abnormal. An elevated MCV (mean cell volume) implies an increase in the size of the red blood cells. There is a long list of causes, but the workup should include tests of:
1. Vitamin B12 levels
2. Folate levels
3. Tests of thyroid disease
4. Tests for liver disease
I hope that this helps and good luck!
A Hgb of 14 is not really abnormal. An elevated MCV (mean cell volume) implies an increase in the size of the red blood cells. There is a long list of causes, but the workup should include tests of:
1. Vitamin B12 levels
2. Folate levels
3. Tests of thyroid disease
4. Tests for liver disease
I hope that this helps and good luck!
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
Many thanks.Will be following up on further tests.
Thank you
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Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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