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Do low RBC count and high IG count have any underlying pathology?
Query: Hi doctor, I am a 58-year-old male with a height of 6.3 feet and weight 315 lbs. I had a CBC test done this week. The RBC, HGB, and HCT results were below average. There was an IG, and it was 0.05, and the reference range is 0.00 to 0.003. The IG % was 0.90, and the reference range is 0.00 to 1.00. ... Read Full »
Dr. Goswami Parth Rajendragiri
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Sorry for the delayed response. Following is my opinion on your asked question. The low hemoglobin and hematocrit were due to mild anemia. It could be due to any internal or intestinal bleeding or due to piles. RBC (red blood cells) count can come low due to low hemoglo... Read Full »
Please explain my blood report.
Query: Hi doctor, I just got my blood work done and would like to know exactly what these results mean. Also, I do want to mention that I am a heavy drinker. The report says that RBC is low at 3.19, MCV is high at 116, MCH is high at 39.2, RDW is high at 16.5, platelets are low at 141, calcium is low at 8.... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. You have multiple abnormalities in your blood work. Your red blood cell parameters, such as MCV, MCH, and RDW, are elevated, which can be caused by alcohol intake, thyroid dysfunction, or folic acid or vitamin B12 deficiency. Additionally, your RBC and platelet count... Read Full »
Is my decreased RBC count causing my weakness, fatigue, and body ache?
Query: Hi doctor, My RBC level is 4.31 million red blood cells per microliter blood (mcL), my hematocrit level is 0.382, and my hemoglobin level is 134 gm/dL. I am weak, tired, and have body aches. Do I need to be concerned? Read Full »
Dr. Goswami Parth Rajendragiri
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Your hemoglobin and hematocrit (HCT) are within range. Your red blood cell (RBC) count is slightly low, but as hemoglobin is within range, you need not worry about these three parameters. If you have more fatigue, then you need to be concerned and I suggest checking ... Read Full »
How can I increase my low hemoglobin levels?
Query: Hello doctor,I am a 76-year-old male, I have taken blood tonics, black strap molasses, and various minerals for my anemia. My doctor prescribed ferrous sulfate 325 mg tablets twice a day. I have taken it for over a month. So, I stopped that one until a blood test can be done to see also the amount o... Read Full »
Answer: Hello,I appreciate that you have chosen icliniq.com for your medical needs.I am here to give you the best care possible.The body has a limited capacity to absorb iron. When needed, it will absorb more, and when not needed. So taking in excess will not damage the heart. In conditions like hemochromat... Read Full »
I have low RBC but high MCV. Why so and what further tests are required?
Query: Hello doctor, I recently got some blood tests and am unsure of the test results. My RBC is low, and my MCV is high. Everything else seems normal. Are there any other tests to be done to figure out what may be causing the low RBC count? Please help. Read Full »
Dr. Goswami Parth Rajendragiri
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I went through your query and understood your concern. I went through your reports (the attachment removed to protect the patient's identity). Your RBC (red blood cell) count is not reduced much. It is borderline value. Your hemoglobin is within range. So the chance of... Read Full »