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Mean Corpuscular Haemoglobin Concentration

MCHC
EDTA whole blood g/dL

About this test

Concentration of haemoglobin in a given volume of red blood cells. Rarely low in isolation; high MCHC suggests hereditary spherocytosis.

Reference Ranges

Sex Age Range Notes
All ≥ 18 yrs 31.5 – 36.5 Adult

Clinical Interpretation

Low / Decreased
Hypochromic — iron deficiency anaemia (late), thalassaemia.
High / Increased
Hyperchromic — hereditary spherocytosis, severe dehydration, sickle cell disease (HbSS in crisis).
Specimen
EDTA whole blood
Reporting Unit
g/dL
Category
🩸 Hematology

⚠ Clinical Note
Reference ranges are indicative. Always interpret results in the context of the individual patient and local laboratory reference intervals, which may vary.