Match the mean cell volume (MCV) red cell test with the appropriate description and reference range.
A) The average weight of hemoglobin in the RBC
B) The average weight of hemoglobin compared with the cell size
C) The average size of the RBCs
D) The average circumference of the RBCs
E) Reference range is 32 to 37 g/Dl
F) Reference range is 82 to 108 femtoliters (fL)
G) Reference range is 26 to 34 picograms (pg)
H) Reference range is 25 to 37 g/dL

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Mean cell volume (MCV): MCV = Hct ¸ RBC count. The average size of the RBCs is the most important index for classifying anemias. The normal reference range is 82 to 108 femtoliters (fL).

Match the Mean Cell Volume (MCV) Red Cell Test with the Appropriate