Is Packed cell volume 13 low, normal or dangerous? What does Packed cell volume level 13 mean?

Your Packed cell volume level of 13 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	41.533
5-10 years	42.073
10-15 years	42.62
15-20 years	43.174
20-25 years	43.735
25-30 years	44.304
30-35 years	44.88
35-40 years	45.463
40-45 years	46.054
45-50 years	46.653
50-55 years	47.259
55-60 years	47.873
60-70 years	48.495
70-80 years	49.125
80-90 years	49.117
90-100 years	49.109
>100 years	49.1

*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	41.549
5-10 years	42.105
10-15 years	42.669
15-20 years	43.24
20-25 years	43.819
25-30 years	44.406
30-35 years	45.001
35-40 years	45.604
40-45 years	46.215
45-50 years	46.834
50-55 years	47.461
55-60 years	48.097
60-70 years	48.741
70-80 years	49.394
80-90 years	49.385
90-100 years	49.376
>100 years	49.367

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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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