Unlock The Actual Power Of MCV Blood Test
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- čas přidán 21. 08. 2024
- Do you have questions about the MCV blood test? Perhaps you have received test results indicating high or low values, or you simply want to understand what this test actually means.
In this video, I aim to help you unlock the real power of the MCV blood test. This test serves as a prime example of how a few simple details of information can make a significant difference in your health. We will explore what the MCV blood test is, its purposes, and consider some alternative tests that might be worth exploring.
In this video, we want to explore what the MCV blood test is. MCV stands for mean corpuscular volume, and it's a component of the CBC, also known as the complete blood count. The CBC is one of the most common blood tests we perform as healthcare providers, and in my practice, I use it regularly. It provides clues about vitamin deficiencies, infections, inflammation, and other potential issues in the body.
The MCV measures the overall average size of the red blood cells in the sample and is expressed in femtoliters (FL). The MCV value gives important information about the average size of the cells, mainly aiding in the diagnosis and classification of different types of anemia and, in some cases, insufficient vitamin levels.
Anemia occurs when there are not enough red blood cells or insufficient hemoglobin for those cells. Hemoglobin is crucial for carrying oxygen throughout the body, ensuring adequate oxygen levels for tissues.
Contrary to common belief, anemia is not solely due to iron deficiency, and the MCV blood test helps differentiate between different types of anemia. A normal MCV falls within a range, typically varying from one lab to another. It provides an average size ranging from around 80 to 100 femtoliters.
When the MCV is on the low end, indicating smaller red blood cells (microcytic cells), and there's anemia with low red blood cells and hemoglobin, it's termed microcytic anemia. This often suggests a problem with hemoglobin production, commonly due to insufficient iron but possibly linked to conditions like thalassemia.
On the high end, with larger cells (macrocytic cells), and insufficient red blood cells or hemoglobin, it's termed macrocytic anemia or megaloblastic anemia. This is commonly observed with B12 or folate deficiency.
A normal MCV with low red blood cells presents a wider range of potential causes, making diagnosis trickier. Kidney problems, bone marrow diseases, inflammatory or autoimmune conditions, and severe vitamin deficiencies can all contribute to normocytic anemia.
Analyzing the MCV, along with other parameters and blood tests, enables a thorough understanding and diagnosis of the underlying cause of anemia. It's essential to consult with a healthcare provider for accurate interpretation and necessary follow-up testing.
If you've had blood work done, check if you're on the low or high end of the MCV range. If low, examine iron levels; if high, investigate B12 and folate levels, especially if consistently outside the optimal range.
This understanding of the MCV blood test can help you go beyond basic health by pinpointing specific issues and guiding targeted interventions. Feel free to share your findings in the comment section - is your level high, low, or in the middle? This information, combined with additional videos on microcytic and macrocytic cells, can provide a comprehensive understanding of the MCV blood test.
I am a Senior woman and recently my MCV level came back at 100.8. The lab called it H. The rest of the CBC levels were normal. My PC doctor said it was normal high and not to “worry” about it. After reading a lot about MCV, on line and watching your videos, I decided to request a recheck of the MCV levels as well as the B12 and Folate levels. He was somewhat reluctant but I told him that I was anxious about the MCV level. I was concerned that it might be a “smoldering something.” Anyway a lab recheck is scheduled but I think his blasé attitude is alarming to me. Grateful for your videos. They gave me the courage to advocate for myself. 👍🏻
Awesome good for you and it won’t hurt to check.
Thank you
You're welcome
Thank you for the time you take to do these videos . Very much appreciated 🙏
Your welcome
96.5 MCV, 31.9 MCH, 4.58 RBC all within range but high end in the first two and middle in the third
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Hi, thanks for these videos😃! Do you have any videos talking about blod tests if you are low in B12 (lower end of ref.) and low in Iron?
Not both in one video but yes I discuss those. Look at the playlist for “iron” and “B12”
Thank you. Do you work one on one with people?
Yes I do. You can reach us though website or phone 480451 5407
I have
Low mcv 77
Low mch 25
High rbc 6.07
Normal hemoglobin 15.2
I feel normal but I have some tingling in my legs during the day
I want to know why the RBC test doesn’t include ferritin & iron etc… I can’t keep it straight but don’t they all matter together? Why aren’t they all included in the same test?
My MCV is consistently high and RBC is constantly on the lower end. But I take a good methyl B12 and methyl folate every day. Soooo.... not sure what the problem is. Mostly worried about my WBC count, as it is always below the lower threshold. My doc think it might be due to high VCA Epstein Barr virus antibodies, but I've been on valacyclovir for a while with no change. I think I might be riddled with heavy metals, too -- but can't find a doc willing to help me with anything other than weak sauce chelators like zeolite, chlorella, fulvic acid, etc. I've been on those for a long time, so ready to take it up a notch.
Well, that’s a relatively easy one because antiviral medication’s cause exactly this problem. ..high MCV they are interfering with the production of DNA base pairs.
@@swintegrative -- Awesome; thanks -- that's helpful info! Unfortunately, the trends with these metrics were all in place before the valacyclovir -- and while taking it, of course. It doesn't sound like the anti-viral is helping these metrics though. Hopefully they can improve a bit once I'm off the valacyclovir, but I'm not hopeful, to be honest. I fear I have a deeper health issue.
Thanks
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