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What Does RDW 15.7 And Throat Pain Suggest?
I'm 51 years old and I weigh is 179. My dentist examined my mouth and told me to get to the doctor immediately. I've smoked for several years and have been having severe throat pain. Today found out that my RDW is 15.7. Should l be more worried than I already am? Prior to the RDW blood reading my doctor was not concerned. She had not gotten the results of my test before she thought all was fine I haven't spoken to her since the test as it was just done today How dangerous is my 15.7 RDW blood level?
Thu, 6 Mar 2014
Hi;
Welcome to hcm;
Rdw is nothing but rell cell distributaion. width ; it is a blood test that measures the variation in the volume of red blood cell as compared to complete blood cell count.
normal range is round 11.5 to 14.5
Any elevated value is seen in anemias due to blood loss; heridatory sperocytosis; anemia due to some chronic disease or may be due to aplastic anemia.
it is a crutial value so i would suggest you to consult a physician and get the examination done.
take care
Welcome to hcm;
Rdw is nothing but rell cell distributaion. width ; it is a blood test that measures the variation in the volume of red blood cell as compared to complete blood cell count.
normal range is round 11.5 to 14.5
Any elevated value is seen in anemias due to blood loss; heridatory sperocytosis; anemia due to some chronic disease or may be due to aplastic anemia.
it is a crutial value so i would suggest you to consult a physician and get the examination done.
take care
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