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What could low red blood cell distribution indicate. also have high total protein. dr. looking for autoimmune conditions.

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Unrelated: There are no diseases associated with a low red cell distribution width (RDW). A high total protein does not in and of itself suggest the presence of autoimmune disease.

Dr Rhoads agreed

Answered 10/26/2016

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