Is MCH 36.4 high, normal or dangerous? What does Mean corpuscular hemoglobin level 36.4 mean?

📅 Medical Review Date: January 22, 2026

Your MCH level of 36.4 is a High MCH level.

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	27.983
5-10 years	29.002
10-15 years	30.058
15-20 years	31.152
20-25 years	31.111
25-30 years	31.069
30-35 years	31.028
35-40 years	30.986
40-45 years	30.945
45-50 years	30.904
50-55 years	30.863
55-60 years	31.986
60-70 years	31.943
70-80 years	31.901
80-90 years	31.859
90-100 years	31.817
>100 years	31.775

*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

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

Ideal values of MCH depending on age (female) :

Age	Ideal MCH value
<5 years	28.012
5-10 years	29.062
10-15 years	30.152
15-20 years	31.282
20-25 years	31.238
25-30 years	31.194
30-35 years	31.151
35-40 years	31.107
40-45 years	31.063
45-50 years	31.02
50-55 years	30.976
55-60 years	30.932
60-70 years	30.889
70-80 years	30.845
80-90 years	30.801
90-100 years	31.956
>100 years	31.911

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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