Is MCH 38.3 high, normal or dangerous? What does Mean corpuscular hemoglobin level 38.3 mean?

📅 Medical Review Date: September 30, 2025

Your MCH level of 38.3 is a High MCH level.

An MCH level of 38.3 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	28.034
5-10 years	29.108
10-15 years	30.223
15-20 years	31.381
20-25 years	31.335
25-30 years	31.289
30-35 years	31.243
35-40 years	31.198
40-45 years	31.152
45-50 years	31.106
50-55 years	31.06
55-60 years	31.015
60-70 years	30.97
70-80 years	30.924
80-90 years	30.878
90-100 years	30.833
>100 years	30.788

*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	28.065
5-10 years	29.172
10-15 years	30.323
15-20 years	31.519
20-25 years	31.47
25-30 years	31.421
30-35 years	31.373
35-40 years	31.325
40-45 years	31.277
45-50 years	31.228
50-55 years	31.179
55-60 years	31.13
60-70 years	31.082
70-80 years	31.033
80-90 years	30.984
90-100 years	30.936
>100 years	30.887

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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