What does high Packed cell volume and Sodium mean in blood test?

High Packed cell volume and Sodium can be caused by numerous problems.

High levels of Packed cell volume and Sodium in the blood indicate a variety of health problems. If your blood Packed cell volume level is between 41 % to 49.5 % and the Sodium level is between 136 % to 145 mmol/L, then your body does not have any underlying health problems. But if Packed cell volume and Sodium levels exceed these levels, you should see a doctor immediately.

Normal Packed cell volume range : 41 - 49.5 %

Age-wise ideal Packed cell volume level in blood:

Age	Ideal Packed cell volume value
<5 years	41.551
5-10 years	42.11
10-15 years	42.676
15-20 years	43.25
20-25 years	43.832
25-30 years	44.422
30-35 years	45.019
35-40 years	45.625
40-45 years	46.239
45-50 years	46.861
50-55 years	47.491
55-60 years	48.13
60-70 years	48.777
70-80 years	49.433
80-90 years	49.424
90-100 years	49.415
>100 years	49.406

*Ideal values ​​are calculated based on our database of patient records

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Some examples of conditions that increase or decrease Packed cell volume levels include:

• Damage to the bone marrow
• Kidney failure
• Chronic inflammatory diseases
• Excessive destruction of red blood cells
• Congenital heart disease

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Normal Sodium range : 136 - 145 mmol/L

Age-wise ideal Sodium level in blood:

Age	Ideal Sodium value
<5 years	137.829
5-10 years	139.683
10-15 years	141.562
15-20 years	143.466
20-25 years	143.44
25-30 years	143.414
30-35 years	143.388
35-40 years	143.362
40-45 years	143.336
45-50 years	143.31
50-55 years	143.285
55-60 years	143.259
60-70 years	143.233
70-80 years	143.207
80-90 years	143.181
90-100 years	143.155
>100 years	143.129

High Packed cell volume and Sodium levels in the blood can cause a number of health problems. Your GP may recommend follow-up tests to get an important picture of your overall health and well-being. If the results are greater than 49.5 % for Packed cell volume and more than 145 mmol/L for Sodium, you may also need some follow-up tests that will help detect the underlying disease early.

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How is a blood test performed in the lab?

Depending on the symptoms you are experiencing, your doctor may order a Packed cell volume and Sodium test. In most hospitals Packed cell volume and Sodium results can be obtained within three to six hours after blood is taken. The blood is usually drawn from a vein on the inside of the elbow or the back of the hand. Drink plenty of water before your appointment. If you experience any symptoms that you are concerned about are out of the ordinary, call your doctor immediately.