Description
- A mean corpuscular volume (MCV) blood test evaluates the size of an individual's red blood cells, which transport oxygen throughout the body. To develop, reproduce, and remain healthy, a person's cells require oxygen. The size or number of your red blood cells may indicate a blood problem such as
A mean corpuscular volume (MCV) blood test evaluates the size of an individual's red blood cells, which transport oxygen throughout the body. To develop, reproduce, and remain healthy, a person's cells require oxygen. The size or number of your red blood cells may indicate a blood problem such as anemia, vitamin deficiency, or other medical concerns.
Description
- A mean corpuscular volume (MCV) blood test evaluates the size of an individual's red blood cells, which transport oxygen throughout the body. To develop, reproduce, and remain healthy, a person's cells require oxygen. The size or number of your red blood cells may indicate a blood problem such as
A mean corpuscular volume (MCV) blood test evaluates the size of an individual's red blood cells, which transport oxygen throughout the body. To develop, reproduce, and remain healthy, a person's cells require oxygen. The size or number of your red blood cells may indicate a blood problem such as anemia, vitamin deficiency, or other medical concerns.