Is MCV 81.8 low, normal or dangerous? What does Mean corpuscular volume level 81.8 mean?

📅 Medical Review Date: December 13, 2025

Your MCV level of 81.8 is a Low MCV level.

Low 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	89.789
5-10 years	97.134
10-15 years	96.484
15-20 years	95.838
20-25 years	95.197
25-30 years	94.56
30-35 years	93.927
35-40 years	93.298
40-45 years	100.93
45-50 years	100.255
50-55 years	99.584
55-60 years	98.918
60-70 years	98.256
70-80 years	97.598
80-90 years	96.945
90-100 years	96.296
>100 years	95.652

*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	89.993
5-10 years	97.575
10-15 years	96.882
15-20 years	96.195
20-25 years	95.512
25-30 years	94.834
30-35 years	94.161
35-40 years	93.492
40-45 years	92.828
45-50 years	100.649
50-55 years	99.934
55-60 years	99.225
60-70 years	98.521
70-80 years	97.822
80-90 years	97.128
90-100 years	96.438
>100 years	95.753

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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.