Is Packed cell volume 12.8 low, normal or dangerous? What does Packed cell volume level 12.8 mean?

Your Packed cell volume level of 12.8 is a Low Packed cell volume level.

Low Packed cell volume levels may indicate underlying health problems. The normal range is typically between 41 % and 49.5 %. 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 Packed cell volume range for men is :41 - 49.5 %

**Ideal values of Packed cell volume depending on age (male) :**
Age	Ideal Packed cell volume value
<5 years	41.525
5-10 years	42.057
10-15 years	42.595
15-20 years	43.14
20-25 years	43.692
25-30 years	44.251
30-35 years	44.817
35-40 years	45.391
40-45 years	45.972
45-50 years	46.56
50-55 years	47.156
55-60 years	47.76
60-70 years	48.371
70-80 years	48.99
80-90 years	48.982
90-100 years	48.974
>100 years	48.966

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

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Some examples of conditions that increase or decrease Packed cell volume levels include:

Damage to the bone marrow
Kidney failure
Chronic inflammatory diseases
Excessive destruction of red blood cells
Congenital heart disease

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Normal range of Packed cell volume found among women :41-49.5 %

**Ideal values of Packed cell volume depending on age (female) :**
Age	Ideal Packed cell volume value
<5 years	41.541
5-10 years	42.089
10-15 years	42.644
15-20 years	43.206
20-25 years	43.776
25-30 years	44.353
30-35 years	44.938
35-40 years	45.53
40-45 years	46.13
45-50 years	46.738
50-55 years	47.354
55-60 years	47.978
60-70 years	48.611
70-80 years	49.252
80-90 years	49.243
90-100 years	49.234
>100 years	49.225

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If you take a Packed cell volume blood test and the results are not in the normal range (41-49.5 %), 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 Packed cell volume Test Is Done :

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

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