Mean Corpuscular Haemoglobin (MCH) is available at Molecular Diagnostics and Therapy, which is an advanced diagnostic centre accredited by NABL and NABH. This blood test helps to measure the mean haemoglobin concentration in the RBCs. It aids in blood examination, diagnosis of various anaemias, and other blood disorders.

What is Mean Corpuscular Haemoglobin (MCH)?

MCH is a blood test parameter revealing the average amount of haemoglobin in individual red blood cells. Reported in picograms (pg) usually. Red blood cell haemoglobin content decreases in some disorders of red blood cell size and development, which will result in a higher MCH. It can provide no specific diagnosis from the results and is used in conjunction with other blood test components.

Conditions Evaluated

Iron Deficiency Anaemia

Low MCH levels may occur when the body does not have enough iron to produce sufficient haemoglobin. This can result in red blood cells containing less haemoglobin than normal.

Microcytic Anaemia

MCH may be lower in conditions where red blood cells are smaller than usual. Iron deficiency and certain inherited blood disorders, such as thalassaemia, are possible causes.

Vitamin B12 and Folate Deficiency

Deficiencies of vitamin B12 or folate may affect red blood cell development and are sometimes associated with an increased MCH value. Other CBC parameters are needed for proper evaluation.

Other Blood-Related Conditions

Changes in MCH may occur in different blood disorders and medical conditions. Doctors may recommend additional investigations to understand the cause of an abnormal result.

Why Choose Molecular Diagnostics and Therapy?

Molecular Diagnostics and Therapy offers services in the departments of Radiology, Nuclear Medicine, and Pathology with an emphasis on dependable patient care and testing. Our laboratory works within well-defined testing routines and quality assurance to enable detailed and reliable reporting. The team aims to offer a comfortable and convenient diagnostic experience for patients, and information for doctors to evaluate and plan the appropriate treatment.

Book Your Mean Corpuscular Haemoglobin (MCH) Test

You may contact Molecular Diagnostics and Therapy for your blood sample if your doctor has recommended that you have an MCH test. MCH tends to be part of a Complete Blood Count (CBC), etc. Bring your medicines and provide information on any current medicines or medical conditions.