Is Packed cell volume 36.8 low, normal or dangerous? What does Packed cell volume level 36.8 mean?

Your Packed cell volume level of 36.8 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	42.509
5-10 years	44.073
10-15 years	45.695
15-20 years	47.377
20-25 years	49.12
25-30 years	49.054
30-35 years	48.987
35-40 years	48.921
40-45 years	48.854
45-50 years	48.788
50-55 years	48.722
55-60 years	48.656
60-70 years	48.591
70-80 years	48.525
80-90 years	48.46
90-100 years	48.394
>100 years	48.329

*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	42.554
5-10 years	44.167
10-15 years	45.841
15-20 years	47.579
20-25 years	49.382
25-30 years	49.311
30-35 years	49.24
35-40 years	49.169
40-45 years	49.099
45-50 years	49.028
50-55 years	48.957
55-60 years	48.887
60-70 years	48.817
70-80 years	48.747
80-90 years	48.677
90-100 years	48.607
>100 years	48.537

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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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