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Low MCH levels usually occur as a result of iron deficiency that has led to anemia.
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Symptoms of a low hemoglobin concentration may include shortness of breath, numbness or tingling in the hands and feet, trouble walking or staying balanced, trouble thinking, and tiredness.
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Treatment may involve adding more iron and vitamin B6 to the diet, as well as eating foods that contain iron and vitamin C and fiber.
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If the cause is kidney disease, treatment may involve medications to help the kidneys function better.
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Anemia can cause abnormal MCH readings on blood tests. Often a lack of iron causes anemia with a low MCH. Your body needs iron to make hemoglobin.
Pregnancy , blood loss, and weight loss surgery can all cause a drop in your iron levels and lead to iron-deficiency anemia or low hemoglobin and MCH levels
MCH Levels from Blood Test: What It Is and Treating Low/High Levels - WebMD
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Low MCH levels usually occur as a result of iron deficiency that has led to anemia. Doctors may recommend that individuals add more iron and vitamin B6 to their diet. Eating vitamin C and fiber, along with foods that contain iron, may also help increase the MCH levels.
MCH levels in complete blood count tests: High and low levels
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Mean corpuscular hemoglobin (MCH) is a measurement of the average amount of hemoglobin in each red blood cell, which is used to diagnose and classify different types of anemia. The MCH test is part of a panel of tests called the red blood cell (RBC) indices, which evaluate different characteristics and functions of red blood cells. At-home test kits are available, and results usually take 2 to 3 days after the sample is received.
MCH Blood Test (Mean Corpuscular Hemoglobin) - Testing.com
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A low MCH can indicate conditions like anemia and thalassemia. High levels might be due to lung or kidney disease. If your levels are abnormal, your healthcare provider will determine the cause and appropriate treatment.
What Is MCH in a Blood Test? - Verywell Health
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A low mean corpuscular hemoglobin ( MCH ) means that your red blood cells contain less hemoglobin than normal. This usually also means they are smaller than normal (microcytic) [ 1 ].…
MCH Blood Test: High & Low Levels + Normal Range
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