Is MCH 36.9 high, normal or dangerous? What does Mean corpuscular hemoglobin level 36.9 mean?

📅 Medical Review Date: January 7, 2026

Your MCH level of 36.9 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	27.996
5-10 years	29.029
10-15 years	30.1
15-20 years	31.211
20-25 years	31.169
25-30 years	31.126
30-35 years	31.084
35-40 years	31.042
40-45 years	30.999
45-50 years	30.957
50-55 years	30.915
55-60 years	30.873
60-70 years	30.831
70-80 years	31.969
80-90 years	31.926
90-100 years	31.882
>100 years	31.838

*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	28.026
5-10 years	29.091
10-15 years	30.197
15-20 years	31.345
20-25 years	31.299
25-30 years	31.254
30-35 years	31.209
35-40 years	31.164
40-45 years	31.119
45-50 years	31.074
50-55 years	31.029
55-60 years	30.984
60-70 years	30.94
70-80 years	30.895
80-90 years	30.85
90-100 years	30.806
>100 years	31.977

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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