Is RDW 18.1 high, normal or dangerous? What does Red cell distribution width level 18.1 mean?

Your RDW level of 18.1 is a High RDW level.

High levels of RDW in the blood indicate a variety of health problems. If your blood RDW level is between 11.6 % and 14 %, you probably do not have an underlying health problem. But if RDW levels are not in this range, you should see a doctor immediately.

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Normal range of RDW found among men : 11.6 - 14 %

Ideal values of RDW depending on age (male) :
Age Ideal RDW value
<5 years 11.81
5-10 years 12.024
10-15 years 12.242
15-20 years 12.464
20-25 years 12.69
25-30 years 12.92
30-35 years 13.154
35-40 years 13.392
40-45 years 13.634
45-50 years 13.881
50-55 years 13.876
55-60 years 13.871
60-70 years 13.866
70-80 years 13.861
80-90 years 13.857
90-100 years 13.853
>100 years 13.849

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

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Normal range of RDW found among women : 11.6-14 %

Ideal values of RDW depending on age (female) :
Age Ideal RDW value
<5 years 11.816
5-10 years 12.036
10-15 years 12.26
15-20 years 12.489
20-25 years 12.722
25-30 years 12.959
30-35 years 13.201
35-40 years 13.447
40-45 years 13.698
45-50 years 13.953
50-55 years 13.948
55-60 years 13.943
60-70 years 13.938
70-80 years 13.933
80-90 years 13.928
90-100 years 13.923
>100 years 13.919

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If you take a RDW blood test and the results are not in the normal range (11.6-14 %), 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.

Some examples of conditions that increase or decrease RDW levels include:

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How the RDW Test Is Done :

If your doctor wants RDW test on you, you may need a RDW blood test. During the RDW blood test, a pathologist will put a needle into your veins and take out a small quantity of blood. A pathologist is a physician in the medical field who thoroughly studies the causes and effects of disease. Within a few hours you will get your RDW Test report by your pathologist.

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