Is MCV 147 high, normal or dangerous? What does Mean corpuscular volume level 147 mean?

📅 Medical Review Date: October 10, 2025

Your MCV level of 147 is a High MCV level.

An MCV level of 147 fL usually means red blood cells are larger than normal. It suggests macrocytic anemia. High levels of MCV can cause fatigue, pale skin, shortness of breath, dizziness, irritability, numbness in hands and feet, and difficulty walking. This can be caused by vitamin B12 deficiency, folate deficiency, liver disease, alcohol use disorder, or hypothyroidism. Further tests are often needed to identify the cause and guide appropriate treatment.

High MCV levels may indicate underlying health problems. The normal range is typically between 83 fL and 101 fL. 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.

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The normal MCV range for men is :83 - 101 fL

**Ideal values of MCV depending on age (male) :**
Age	Ideal MCV value
<5 years	84.22
5-10 years	85.458
10-15 years	86.714
15-20 years	87.989
20-25 years	89.282
25-30 years	90.594
30-35 years	91.926
35-40 years	93.277
40-45 years	94.648
45-50 years	96.039
50-55 years	97.451
55-60 years	98.884
60-70 years	100.338
70-80 years	100.316
80-90 years	100.295
90-100 years	100.273
>100 years	100.251

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

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

Aplastic anemia
Cold agglutinin disease
Chronic hypoxia
Low vitamin B12 level
Myelodysplastic syndrome

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Normal range of MCV found among women :83-101 fL

**Ideal values of MCV depending on age (female) :**
Age	Ideal MCV value
<5 years	84.257
5-10 years	85.533
10-15 years	86.828
15-20 years	88.143
20-25 years	89.478
25-30 years	90.833
30-35 years	92.208
35-40 years	93.604
40-45 years	95.021
45-50 years	96.46
50-55 years	97.921
55-60 years	99.404
60-70 years	100.909
70-80 years	100.886
80-90 years	100.863
90-100 years	100.84
>100 years	100.817

Also Read :Symptoms of High MCV

If you take a MCV blood test and the results are not in the normal range (83-101 fL), 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 MCV Test Is Done :

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