High MPV in CBC

Hi akhi,

I am sure that you consult with your doctor will put your mind at ease.

Until then, know that it is not unusual to have one or even two numbers out of range on a CBC.

I have had both a low WBC and a high MPV before.

The numbers themselves when out of range are not usually a red flag so much as certain combinations of results being high or low.

Your doctor will be able to determine any problem...they are trained to read the CBC results...but most likely it is nothing, and you will be given the 'all clear'. :)

Let us know what you hear okay?

S.C.

I would say no worries and I am sure your doctor will echo the sentiment.

I am a Clinical Laboratory Scientist and turn out hundreds of CBCs a week. MPV stands for Mean Platelet Volume. Platelets in your blood help with clotting when you are injured. A higher volume just means that your platelets are a bit bigger than average. Not necessarily a bad thing at all.

Truly, honestly, don't worry.

WHTJ...thanks for answering on this! I am sure that it will put many readers mind at ease!

Akhi...please give your doctor a hug for me...that is one of the best ideas I have heard!!

Best wishes to you both.:)

S.C.

Akhi.,

Yes, I would say so! You know why I think that ideas is so brilliant?

For one...the obvious...it benefits the needy, and that is always a good thing!

But going beyoned that...

...when we give to others, it also benefits us. Studies have shown that gratitude and philanthropy are amazing at combating anxiety!

When we are thankful for what we have, and give either of our resources or time (or both) we not only get outside of ourselves...but we flood our senses with postivitly...which makes anxiety flee!.:)

Keep up the good work. You are on your way to recovery and feeling better.

S.C.