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Common causes of a low Mean Corpuscular Volume (MCV)
- Iron deficiency (microcytic)
- Thalassemia
- Anemia of chronic disease
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What causes a low Mean Corpuscular Volume (MCV)?
Normal range 80-100 fL. Specimen: Whole blood (EDTA). See the full Mean Corpuscular Volume (MCV) reference page for critical values and nursing considerations.
What is the normal range for Mean Corpuscular Volume (MCV)?
The standard teaching reference range for Mean Corpuscular Volume (MCV) is 80-100 fL. This value is measured in whole blood (edta).
| Specimen | Whole blood (EDTA) |
|---|---|
| Conventional range | 80-100 fL |
| SI range | 80-100 fL |
| Panel | Complete Blood Count (CBC) |
Full details, including nursing considerations, on the Mean Corpuscular Volume (MCV) normal range page. Reference ranges vary by laboratory, method, age, sex, and population - always use the range printed on the actual result.
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