What is Mean corpuscular volume (MCV)

MCV, which stands for, mean corpuscular volume or mean cell volume, is an analysis of red blood cell volume (RBC). This test is commonly a part of the complete blood count test (CBC) or can be taken independent of the complete blood count test. Doctors recommend the MCV test to patients who they suspect to have anemia, thalassemia, vitamin B12 deficiency and iron deficiency or who suffer from them. This test is essential for patients having normal hemoglobin content but still suffer from anemia.
 

MCV Blood Test