What does the MCH blood test measure, and when should I be concerned? - #14602
I recently got a routine blood test, and one of the results showed something called MCH blood test. I had never heard of this before, so I started looking into it. From what I understand, MCH stands for Mean Corpuscular Hemoglobin and has something to do with the amount of hemoglobin in red blood cells. My MCH blood test results were slightly lower than the normal range. The doctor didn’t seem too worried, but I don’t really understand what it means. Does a low MCH blood test result indicate anemia or some other blood disorder? Could it be related to my diet or lifestyle? I’ve been feeling more tired than usual, but I thought it was just stress. I also saw that high MCH blood test levels can be a sign of different issues, like vitamin B12 deficiency or liver disease. How do I know if my MCH levels are affecting my health? Should I get more tests done? Can diet or supplements help in balancing MCH blood test levels? Are there specific foods that help maintain healthy hemoglobin levels? If anyone has dealt with abnormal MCH levels before, what did your doctor recommend?
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