MCV 78 fL in your blood test results
You received your blood test result with a MCV value of 78 fL. This analysis helps you to check if your MCV value is within normal range.
Your MCV value of 78 fL is too low. A good Mean Corpuscular Volume is usually between 80 and 98 fL.
Increase your Mean Corpuscular Volume by 2 fL to be within normal range.
Causes
A low MCV can be caused by several factors:
- Microcytosis
- Microcytic anemia
- Iron-deficiency anemia
- Sideroblastic anemia
- Thalassemia
- Menstrual blood loss
- Celiac disease
People who are at high risk of developing a low MCV include those affected by any of the factors listed above, as well as those with ulcers, gastrointestinal problems, chronic illnesses and gluten sensitivity.
Treatment & Medication
A normal MCV is between 80 and 98 femtolitres and a low MCV level alone is not a cause for concern. However, if the MCV is low, and the results of a Complete Blood Count test are abnormal, additional tests should be conducted to rule out various blood disorders. For patients showing no symptoms, treatment for a low MCV is generally not prescribed although a gluten-free diet and a diet high in iron may be recommended.
Useful Information
The Mean Corpuscular Volume is one of the components of a Complete Blood Count blood test. The MCV is used to measure the volume of red blood cells and help identify certain blood disorders.