Is RDW 25.1 high, normal or dangerous? What does Red cell distribution width level 25.1 mean?

📅 Medical Review Date: January 8, 2026

RDW 25.1

Your RDW level of 25.1 is a High RDW level.

High RDW levels may indicate underlying health problems. The normal range is typically between 11.6 % and 14 %. 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.

Important - Scroll to the end of this article to see how our patients managed their high RDW levels 

Contact a doctor

The normal RDW range for men is :11.6 - 14 %

Ideal values of RDW depending on age (male) :
Age Ideal RDW value
<5 years 11.891
5-10 years 12.189
10-15 years 12.495
15-20 years 12.809
20-25 years 13.131
25-30 years 13.461
30-35 years 13.799
35-40 years 13.79
40-45 years 13.781
45-50 years 13.772
50-55 years 13.764
55-60 years 13.755
60-70 years 13.746
70-80 years 13.737
80-90 years 13.729
90-100 years 13.721
>100 years 13.712

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

Get Advice via Email : Send us your blood test report, and our RDW experts will review it. You'll receive a detailed analysis and personalized treatment guidance via email within 12 hours. If you have additional blood test results besides RDW, please include those too—an accurate diagnosis often requires a full view of all abnormalities. Upload blood test report now

1,51,150

Total number of patients treated

Important - Read more questions about high RDW levels after this video message 

A video message on the treatment of your high RDW level

If you want your blood test report to be interpreted by RDW specialist, you can upload your report. Our RDW expert will provide you with the most accurate interpretation of your blood test results and treatment within 12 hours.Upload blood test report now

Important - At the end of this article read how our patients treated their high RDW levels 

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

  • Crohn's disease
  • Chronic liver disease
  • Thalassemia, an inherited blood disorder
  • An iron or vitamin deficiency
  • Heart disease
Contact a doctor

Receive world-class medical opinion about your high RDW levels over email.Upload blood test report now

Important - At the end of this article read how our patients treated their high RDW levels 

anti inflammatory diet plan

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

Ideal values of RDW depending on age (female) :
AgeIdeal RDW value
<5 years 11.9
5-10 years 12.208
10-15 years 12.524
15-20 years 12.848
20-25 years 13.18
25-30 years 13.521
30-35 years 13.871
35-40 years 13.862
40-45 years 13.852
45-50 years 13.843
50-55 years 13.834
55-60 years 13.825
60-70 years 13.815
70-80 years 13.806
80-90 years 13.797
90-100 years 13.788
>100 years 13.778
Chest pain

Can Low or High RDW cause Heart Problems?

Read on to know how abnormal RDW affects heart

Know more

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.

This page was viewed the most from these cities in the last 30 days:

  • Gore, New Zealand
  • Le Vieux-Cérier
  • Gunja Narasimha Swamy Temple, Tirumakudal Narasipura
  • La Chapelle-Launay
  • La Villette, Calvados
  • Huanne-Montmartin
  • Gol, Norway
  • Kutaranatti
  • Les Montils
  • Lake Pocotopaug, Connecticut
  • Kusugal
  • Lesparrou
  • Head Island
  • Hailing District
  • Later Jin (Five Dynasties)
  • Hedong Township, Guazhou County
  • La Bosse, Doubs
  • Katif (moshav)
  • Lasserade
  • Gudalur, Theni
  • Gouesnou
  • Koottukad
  • Hnahthial
  • Lake Worth Community High School
  • Jiangxi–Fujian Soviet
  • Koothanallur
  • Irandankattalai
  • Le Glaizil
  • Le Bousquet-d'Orb
  • Lapuyan, Zamboanga del Sur
  • Jaydev Kenduli
  • Lanrivoaré
  • Haudainville
  • Gimli, Manitoba
  • La Chapelle-sous-Brancion
  • Kayamkulam
  • Hérange
  • Kanodia Purohitan
  • La Neuville-Housset
  • Isla Cerraja
  • Khawhai
  • Heuilley-Cotton
  • Hengwiller
  • Les Loges-sur-Brécey
  • Le Bouscat
  • Lennon, Finistère
  • Houtteville
  • Le Quesnel
  • Kiautschou Bay concession
  • German Empire
  • Guang'an Subdistrict
  • Ginestet
  • Keezhallur
  • Guardia Perticara
  • Koregaon
  • Le Vert, Deux-Sèvres
  • Jangipur (Vidhan Sabha constituency)
  • Ganji Bhoyare
  • Heume-l'Église
  • Les Étangs
  • Kot Naka
  • Gaudonville
  • Haverskerque
  • Kamiichi, Toyama
  • Gudamalani
  • Klovningen
  • Laval-sur-Vologne
  • Gray-la-Ville
  • Laurelhurst, Portland, Oregon
  • Karugampattur
  • Haspura, Aurangabad
  • Hejian
  • Inor, Meuse
  • Grand Duchy of Mecklenburg-Schwerin
  • Gorinta
  • La Cadière-et-Cambo
  • Lambussie
  • Jallaucourt
  • Kermoroc'h
  • Grury
  • Googal, Devadurga
  • Keezhaiyur
  • Les Chavannes-en-Maurienne
  • La Chaux, Saône-et-Loire
  • La Quinta, California
  • La Chaise
  • Komalapuram
  • La Charme
  • Kiphire, India
  • Karahal Kalan
  • Kengcheng
  • Kurthuwa
  • Kingdom of Pontus
  • Jargeau
  • Gandeed
  • Kattunga
  • Hispania
  • Javaugues
  • Krishnagiri
  • Hollow state
  • Kesavapur
  • Lez, Haute-Garonne
  • Kasamatsu, Gifu
  • Les Pineaux
  • Ghodageri
  • La Tombe
  • Gazikumukh Shamkhalate
  • Lanty
  • Labergement-lès-Auxonne
  • Gangchon Recreation Area
  • Jhargram (Vidhan Sabha constituency)
  • Joppa, Illinois
  • Guitrancourt
  • Hiserøyna
  • Kuytun
  • Gurdwara Makhdoom Pur Pahoran
  • Itarsi
  • Land of Darkness
  • Kaliambakam
  • Haute-Garonne
  • Kansas Territory
  • Kingaon
  • Garlenda
  • Khiwa, Punjab
  • Kirasur
  • Kalasa
  • Kasti, Maharashtra
  • Leforest
  • Las Flores, Lempira
  • Kollagunta
  • L'Hôme-Chamondot
  • Halgara
  • Khadaura
  • Kol Tehsil
  • Léchelle, Seine-et-Marne
  • Kosi Kalan
  • La Quarte
  • Huberville
  • Hastinganj
  • Jouy-le-Moutier
  • Kvitsøy (island)
  • Gundavali
  • Guilligomarc'h
  • Hillerød Municipality
  • Ibara, Okayama
  • Itarsi
  • Indapur
  • Gonfreville-l'Orcher
  • Ichangoor
  • Lavkushnagar

How the RDW Test Is Done :

When your doctor orders a RDW test, it involves a straightforward blood draw to measure your RDW levels. A pathologist or lab technician will take a small sample of blood from a vein using a needle. Your RDW test results are usually available within a few hours.

Medical References

RDW treatment - Click to read 10 GOLDEN ARTICLES on Anemia

Symptoms
Dr. Hernandez - Pathologist

Medically Reviewed By

Dr. Hernandez, MD

BOARD CERTIFIED PATHOLOGIST

Laboratory Medicine Specialist

View Full Profile & Credentials →

Laboratory Expertise:

  • Clinical Pathology Certification
  • 15+ years lab analysis experience
  • Specializes in test interpretation
  • Medical Advisory Board Member
Upload your Blood Report

Reviewed by world-leading medical experts

Medical Disclaimer: This information is for educational purposes and should not replace professional medical advice. Consult your physician for diagnosis and treatment. Read full disclaimer.

Upload Your Blood Test Report for Expert Review

Get expert medical review of your lab results

Must Read
whatsapp