Is Packed cell volume 13.6 low, normal or dangerous? What does Packed cell volume level 13.6 mean?

📅 Medical Review Date: February 12, 2026

Your Packed cell volume level of 13.6 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.

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	41.558
5-10 years	42.123
10-15 years	42.696
15-20 years	43.277
20-25 years	43.866
25-30 years	44.463
30-35 years	45.068
35-40 years	45.681
40-45 years	46.302
45-50 years	46.932
50-55 years	47.57
55-60 years	48.217
60-70 years	48.873
70-80 years	48.864
80-90 years	48.855
90-100 years	48.846
>100 years	48.837

*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	41.574
5-10 years	42.156
10-15 years	42.747
15-20 years	43.346
20-25 years	43.953
25-30 years	44.569
30-35 years	45.193
35-40 years	45.826
40-45 years	46.468
45-50 years	47.119
50-55 years	47.779
55-60 years	48.448
60-70 years	49.127
70-80 years	49.117
80-90 years	49.107
90-100 years	49.097
>100 years	49.088

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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