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Had routine blood work done. my rbc was 4.16 (4.2-5.4 is normal), hbg was 11.9 (12.-15 is normal), and mchc was 31.8 (32-36 is normal) all other results were normal. i was on my period. can that affect the results? freaking out it's cancer?
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You should have another CBC done in the middle of the cycle. If Hb is still less than 12 and MCHC is still low then you may have mild iron deficiency anemia. In that case, you need a full work-up for iron deficiency anemia which includes blood and stool tests. Women not uncommonly have mild anemia during period so there is nothing to worry at this time. Take care.
Answered 5/18/2023
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