Is MCV 97.8 normal, high or low? What does Mean corpuscular volume level 97.8 mean?

📅 Medical Review Date: September 1, 2025

Your MCV level of 97.8 is a Normal MCV level.

Normal 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.

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

Ideal values of MCV depending on age (male) :

Age	Ideal MCV value
<5 years	91.117
5-10 years	100.028
10-15 years	99.071
15-20 years	98.123
20-25 years	97.184
25-30 years	96.255
30-35 years	95.335
35-40 years	94.423
40-45 years	93.52
45-50 years	92.625
50-55 years	91.739
55-60 years	100.711
60-70 years	99.748
70-80 years	98.794
80-90 years	97.849
90-100 years	96.913
>100 years	95.986

*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	91.361
5-10 years	100.564
10-15 years	99.543
15-20 years	98.533
20-25 years	97.533
25-30 years	96.543
30-35 years	95.563
35-40 years	94.593
40-45 years	93.633
45-50 years	92.683
50-55 years	91.742
55-60 years	100.984
60-70 years	99.96
70-80 years	98.945
80-90 years	97.941
90-100 years	96.947
>100 years	95.963

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.

Medical References

• MedlinePlus – MCV (Mean Corpuscular Volume)
• Cleveland Clinic – Mean Corpuscular Volume (MCV) Blood Test
• WebMD – Mean Corpuscular Volume (MCV) Blood Test

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