Is RDW 18 high, normal or dangerous? What does Red cell distribution width level 18 mean?

Your RDW level of 18 is a High RDW level.

High levels of RDW in the blood indicate a variety of health problems. If your blood RDW level is between 11.6 % and 14 %, you probably do not have an underlying health problem. But if RDW levels are not in this range, you should see a doctor immediately.

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Normal range of RDW found among men : 11.6 - 14 %

Ideal values of RDW depending on age (male) :
Age Ideal RDW value
<5 years 11.809
5-10 years 12.022
10-15 years 12.238
15-20 years 12.458
20-25 years 12.682
25-30 years 12.91
30-35 years 13.142
35-40 years 13.379
40-45 years 13.62
45-50 years 13.865
50-55 years 13.861
55-60 years 13.856
60-70 years 13.851
70-80 years 13.846
80-90 years 13.841
90-100 years 13.836
>100 years 13.831

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

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Normal range of RDW found among women : 11.6-14 %

Ideal values of RDW depending on age (female) :
Age Ideal RDW value
<5 years 11.815
5-10 years 12.034
10-15 years 12.257
15-20 years 12.484
20-25 years 12.715
25-30 years 12.951
30-35 years 13.191
35-40 years 13.436
40-45 years 13.685
45-50 years 13.939
50-55 years 13.934
55-60 years 13.929
60-70 years 13.924
70-80 years 13.919
80-90 years 13.914
90-100 years 13.909
>100 years 13.904

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If you take a RDW blood test and the results are not in the normal range (11.6-14 %), your physician may recommend more tests to figure out the problem. You might also get this test if your physician thinks you have some other disease.

Some examples of conditions that increase or decrease RDW levels include:

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How the RDW Test Is Done :

If your doctor wants RDW test on you, you may need a RDW blood test. During the RDW blood test, a pathologist will put a needle into your veins and take out a small quantity of blood. A pathologist is a physician in the medical field who thoroughly studies the causes and effects of disease. Within a few hours you will get your RDW Test report by your pathologist.

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