Blood cell volume test
MCV Mean Corpuscular Volume
How does the blood test take place?
- Calculates your MCV (Mean Erythrocyte Volume) value.
- Measuring the size of blood cells.
- Gives you insight into your blood status.
- Abnormalities may indicate health problems.
Information
Mean Corpuscular Volume, MCV, is a measure of the average size of red blood cells (erythrocytes) in a sample of blood. It is expressed in femtoliters (fL) and is determined by measuring the volume of a large number of red blood cells and taking the average.
The test is for you who want to gain insight into and a good overview of your blood values. Along with several other markers for red and white blood cells and platelets, MCV is also included in the complete blood count and b-cell test.
Some reasons why you should consider ordering an MCH test.
- Detect and monitor anemia: The MCH test can help identify different types of anemia, including iron deficiency anemia and B12 deficiency anemia. Low MCH values can be an indication of insufficient hemoglobin production and thus anemia.
- Evaluate blood diseases: Changes in the MCH value can be linked to possible blood diseases and medical conditions, such as thalassemia or hemoglobinopathies.
- Optimize oxygen transport and energy level: By knowing your MCH value, you can gain insight into your ability to deliver enough oxygen to tissues and thus optimize your oxygen transport and energy level.
Information
Proteins are specific nutrients made up of several combined amino acids. In the body, there are over 10,000 different proteins that form the building blocks of all tissues and other body parts and are used in several important processes such as forming cells, enzymes and hormones.
Health Markers
MCV
It is important that you follow the specific instructions regarding fasting, time of sampling and any medications before you leave your sample. If there are specific indications for your test, you will find them above in the yellow information box. If you follow the steps below, you will be well prepared regardless of which test your sampling is for:
- Fasting for 10 hours before sampling.
- Leave the test before 10:00 in the morning.
- Rest for 15 minutes in place on the sampling unit.
- Bring valid identification.
The referral is available digitally at the sampling unit. Here you can read our guidelines for leaving samples.
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How does it work?
Master your health - three easy steps
1. Order a health check
Choose a health check or create your own by adding optional health tests to your cart. An e-referral is created and sent digitally to the sampling unit you have chosen.
2. Leave the blood sample
Immediately after completing the purchase and receiving the order confirmation, you can leave samples at the selected reception. Your referral is valid for 5 months.
3. Results with medical assessment
You will receive your test answers within 1-5 working days. The test results are displayed continuously after each completed analysis. When all the test results have been reported, you will receive an overall assessment by a doctor - valid when purchasing a health check.
Why Testmottagningen.se?
With us you always get:
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To offer you the highest possible quality and service we collaborate with accredited laboratories and trained healthcare personnel.
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Our vision is that as many people as possible should have the opportunity to improve their health. That's why we always strive to keep prices low.
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With us, you can always choose freely among all our health markers and design your own personal health check based on your needs.
Quick test results – reviewed by doctors
Within 1-5 working days you will receive your test results, these are reviewed and assessed by a doctor. In the event of significantly deviating test answers, you will be called. You can also make an appointment with a doctor for a personal review.
Put the health tests or health checks you want to buy in the shopping cart then go to checkout and choose the payment option that suits you. After completed payment you will receive an order confirmation and your referral will be sent electronically to the sampling unit you have chosen and will be ready for your visit.
Read moreWe collaborate with Sweden's leading laboratories, Unilabs, Karolinska and Synlab, as well as sampling clinics at Encia so that you as a customer get the highest possible quality. This is where you go for sampling performed by their experienced staff. The analysis is performed by authorized personnel at Unilabs, Synlab and Karolinska.
Read moreTo create your own referral select the specific markers you want to test for in the shopping cart. When you complete your purchase, a separate referral is created based on your choices.
Read moreIt usually takes 1-5 working days to get your test results, these are sent to you continuously as the analysis is done. The doctors comment will appear in the final report when all test results have been received.
Read moreNo, blood tests do not replace contact with the healthcare system, which together with medical history, clinical examinations and possible blood tests can make a diagnosis.
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