Red blood cell (RBC) indices are part of the complete blood count (CBC) test. They are used to help diagnose the cause of anemia, a condition in which there are too few red blood cells. The indices include: Average red blood cell size (MCV) Hemoglobin amount per red blood cell (MCH). Red blood cell indices are blood tests that provide information about the hemoglobin content and size of red blood cells. Abnormal values indicate the presence of anemia and which type of anemia it is.
No special preparation is needed for Red Cell Indices. Inform your doctor if you are on any medications or have any underlying medical conditions or allergies before undergoing Red Cell Indices. Your doctor depending on your condition will give specific instructions.
| Gender | Age groups | Value |
| UNISEX | All age groups | 80-95fl |
| UNISEX | All age groups | 27-31 pg/cell |
| UNISEX | All age groups | 32-36G/dL |