Is Packed cell volume 72 high, normal or dangerous? What does Packed cell volume level 72 mean?

Your Packed cell volume level of 72 is a High Packed cell volume level.

High 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	43.952
5-10 years	47.117
10-15 years	46.872
15-20 years	46.629
20-25 years	46.387
25-30 years	46.147
30-35 years	49.47
35-40 years	49.214
40-45 years	48.958
45-50 years	48.704
50-55 years	48.452
55-60 years	48.201
60-70 years	47.951
70-80 years	47.702
80-90 years	47.455
90-100 years	47.209
>100 years	46.964

*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	44.041
5-10 years	47.307
10-15 years	47.047
15-20 years	46.788
20-25 years	46.531
25-30 years	46.275
30-35 years	46.021
35-40 years	49.434
40-45 years	49.162
45-50 years	48.892
50-55 years	48.623
55-60 years	48.356
60-70 years	48.09
70-80 years	47.825
80-90 years	47.562
90-100 years	47.3
>100 years	47.04

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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