Treatment and symptoms of MCV 124.8 fL | Diet for high Mean corpuscular volume level 124.8 fL

High MCV level of 124.8 can cause a number of symptoms.

An abnormal MCV (Mean Corpuscular Volume) level of 124.8 may indicate that your red blood cells are either larger or smaller than average, which can reflect underlying blood disorders. A value of 124.8 could be associated with conditions such as anemia, vitamin B12 or folate deficiency, or chronic disease. MCV helps determine the type of anemia a patient may have, whether it’s microcytic, normocytic, or macrocytic. Monitoring MCV is useful in evaluating overall red blood cell health and guiding appropriate treatment. While there are different ways to treat this, altering your diet should be your first move.

Ideal levels of MCV in the blood are approximately 83 - 101 fL (Men)

Ideal agewise MCV level for men :

Age	Ideal MCV value
<5 years	84.036
5-10 years	85.085
10-15 years	86.147
15-20 years	87.222
20-25 years	88.311
25-30 years	89.413
30-35 years	90.529
35-40 years	91.659
40-45 years	92.803
45-50 years	93.961
50-55 years	95.134
55-60 years	96.321
60-70 years	97.523
70-80 years	98.74
80-90 years	99.972
90-100 years	99.957
>100 years	99.941

*Optimal values are derived from our extensive collection of patient data.

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Below are the symptoms and treatments associated with high MCV levels:

• Symptoms of High MCV (Macrocytic Anemia):
• Fatigue or weakness
• Pale or jaundiced skin
• Shortness of breath
• Dizziness or lightheadedness
• Memory problems or confusion (in severe cases)
• Glossitis (inflamed tongue)
• Treatments for High MCV:
• Vitamin B12 supplementation (if B12 deficiency is the cause)
• Folic acid supplementation (if folate deficiency is present)
• Medications to address underlying causes (e.g., treating liver disease or alcohol abuse)
• Dietary changes to include more vitamin B12 and folate-rich foods (e.g., eggs, leafy greens, beans)
• Treating underlying conditions such as liver disease or hypothyroidism

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Ideal levels of MCV in the blood are approximately 83-101 fL (Women)

Ideal agewise MCV level for women :

Age	Ideal MCV value
<5 years	84.067
5-10 years	85.148
10-15 years	86.243
15-20 years	87.352
20-25 years	88.475
25-30 years	89.612
30-35 years	90.764
35-40 years	91.931
40-45 years	93.113
45-50 years	94.31
50-55 years	95.522
55-60 years	96.75
60-70 years	97.994
70-80 years	99.254
80-90 years	100.53
90-100 years	100.513
>100 years	100.496

Certain medicines, alcohol and foods rich in polyunsaturated fatty acids can sometimes affect the results of some laboratory tests. If you have come to know that your MCV is not in the normal range (83-101 fL), then you should immediately contact an experienced doctor.

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What to do after MCV blood test?

If bleeding occurs after your MCV test, raise your arm and apply pressure to the spot for at least 3 minutes. It’s normal to see some bruising after a MCV blood draw. If you feel pain following the MCV test, apply ice wrapped in a towel to the area for 10 minutes. For anything more than mild discomfort, contact your doctor.

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