Is MCH 34.9 high, normal or dangerous? What does Mean corpuscular hemoglobin level 34.9 mean?

📅 Medical Review Date: November 5, 2025

Your MCH level of 34.9 is a High MCH level.

An MCH level of 34.9 pg usually means each red blood cell contains more hemoglobin than normal. It suggests macrocytic anemia. High levels of MCH can cause extreme tiredness, pale or yellowish skin, shortness of breath, heart palpitations, loss of appetite, and weight loss. This can be caused by vitamin B12 deficiency, folate deficiency, liver disease, or alcohol abuse. Further tests are often needed to identify the cause and guide appropriate treatment.

High MCH levels may indicate underlying health problems. The normal range is typically between 27 pg and 32 pg. If your levels are outside this range, it's important to speak with a healthcare provider. Consulting a doctor is recommended to determine the cause and appropriate next steps.

The normal MCH range for men is :27 - 32 pg

Ideal values of MCH depending on age (male) :

Age	Ideal MCH value
<5 years	27.942
5-10 years	28.917
10-15 years	29.926
15-20 years	30.97
20-25 years	30.932
25-30 years	30.895
30-35 years	31.973
35-40 years	31.934
40-45 years	31.895
45-50 years	31.856
50-55 years	31.817
55-60 years	31.778
60-70 years	31.739
70-80 years	31.701
80-90 years	31.662
90-100 years	31.623
>100 years	31.585

*Ideal values are calculated based on our database of patient records

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Some examples of conditions that increase or decrease MCH levels include:

• An overactive thyroid gland
• Complications from an infection
• An autoimmune disease
• Thalassemia, an inherited blood disorder
• Liver diseases

Normal range of MCH found among women :27-32 pg

Ideal values of MCH depending on age (female) :

Age	Ideal MCH value
<5 years	27.971
5-10 years	28.976
10-15 years	30.018
15-20 years	31.097
20-25 years	31.057
25-30 years	31.016
30-35 years	30.976
35-40 years	30.935
40-45 years	30.895
45-50 years	30.855
50-55 years	31.964
55-60 years	31.923
60-70 years	31.882
70-80 years	31.841
80-90 years	31.8
90-100 years	31.759
>100 years	31.718

If you take a MCH blood test and the results are not in the normal range (27-32 pg), your physician may recommend more tests to figure out the problem. You might also get this test if your physician thinks you have some other disease.

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How the MCH Test Is Done :

When your doctor orders a MCH test, it involves a straightforward blood draw to measure your MCH levels. A pathologist or lab technician will take a small sample of blood from a vein using a needle. Your MCH test results are usually available within a few hours.

Medical References

• WebMD – MCH Levels (Mean Corpuscular Hemoglobin) From Blood Test
• Cleveland Clinic – MCH in a Blood Test (Mean Corpuscular Hemoglobin)
• NIH – Red Cell Indices

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