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What Are The Possible Causes For Increased Mean Platelet Volume?

I just had my CBC done to check my Hb level which is normal 12.9 g/dl and other values are also in a normal range but i had a raised MPV thats 12.7, can it be due to mentrual cycle because its my due date.I actually don't have periods now but its my due date cause my ESR is also raised 23mm/1st hour???If MPV is not raised due to menstruation then what are the possible causes??is it serious?
Wed, 5 Feb 2014
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Hello,
Thanks for your query.
A high mean platelet volume is an indication that something is causing the destruction of the platelets or that the production of the platelets is increased. Platelets play an important role in our blood clotting. A high mean platelet volume also means that the blood will clot faster, which can lead to thrombosis and stroke. Leukemia and idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura can both cause an increase in the mean platelet volume.
I do hope that you have found something helpful and I will be glad to answer any further query.
Take care
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What Are The Possible Causes For Increased Mean Platelet Volume?

Hello, Thanks for your query. A high mean platelet volume is an indication that something is causing the destruction of the platelets or that the production of the platelets is increased. Platelets play an important role in our blood clotting. A high mean platelet volume also means that the blood will clot faster, which can lead to thrombosis and stroke. Leukemia and idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura can both cause an increase in the mean platelet volume. I do hope that you have found something helpful and I will be glad to answer any further query. Take care