What does 'low MCV and MCH' mean on a blood test?
A low MCV and MCH indicates anemia and malnutrition.
Last updated on 20 Feb 2023
It is because there is a high possibility that your body is unable to absorb the vitamin B12 available in the foods you are consuming.
Get a full body blood test done which will have CBC and vitamin profile
No they are not very painful. Depends upon how the phlebotomist is administering it to you.
High MCV & MCH indicate macrocytosis. The cells are bigger and carry more hemoglobin.
Iron rich foods, iron fortified cereals, spinach and dark leafy vegetables, raisins and pomegranates.
Complete Blood Picture, Complete Blood Profile, CBP
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