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What is MCV
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Mean Cell Volume
Direct measurement by automated methods. HCT is then calculated from the MCVand the RBC count HCT/RBCX10 80-100 fl |
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What is MCH
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Mean Cell Hemoglobin
Hb/RBCX10 28-32 pg Interpretation:varies with hemoglobin content and cell size |
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What is MCHC
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Mean cell hemoglobin concentration
HB/HCTx100 32-36% <32% is hypochromic >36% is hyperchromic |
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What is RDW
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SD of MCV/Mean of MCVx100
11.5 to14.5% >14.5 indicates anisocytosis |
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Rules of 3
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RBC X 3 =Hb+or - .5
HB X 3 = HCT +or_3 |
