Cell Volume: What Your Blood Test Reveals About Your Health
Mean Cell Volume (MCV) is a key parameter measured in a complete blood count (CBC) that indicates the average volume of a red blood cell. It is expressed in femtoliters (fL) and helps in diagnosing and classifying types of anemia. A low MCV can suggest microcytic anemia, associated with iron deficiency or thalassemia, while a high MCV may indicate macrocytic anemia, due to vitamin B12 or folate deficiencies. MCV can evaluate overall health and treatment efficacy. A normal MCV range is 80-100 fL, making it invaluable for clinicians to assess hematologic health.

