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Low mpv 6.8 norm=7.9 -hematologist said its ok! platelets are nml 219.. what cause this- go to hematologist for iron deficiency. have a head cold,
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Not a problem: Some folks just have small platelets. Please work with your hematologist to find and address the cause(s) of your iron deficiency.
Answered 5/31/2016
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