RBC Indices Calculator
Calculate MCH, MCHC, and MCV from your blood test results
Blood Test Parameters
Normal: 12.1-15.1 g/dL
Normal: 36.1-44.3%
Normal: 4.2-5.4 million/mcL
RBC Indices Results
Formulas used:
- MCH [pg/cell] = HGB [g/dL] / RBC [million cells/mcL] * 10
- MCHC [g/dL] = HGB [g/dL] / HCT [%] * 100
- MCV [fl] = (HCT [%] / RBC [million/mcL]) * 10
Medical Disclaimer
This calculator is for educational purposes only. Results should not replace professional medical advice. Always consult with a healthcare provider for proper interpretation of blood test results.
Example Calculation
Sample Blood Test Results
Hemoglobin (Hgb): 14.0 g/dL
Hematocrit (Hct): 42%
RBC Count: 4.5 million cells/mcL
Calculations
MCH = 14.0 ÷ 4.5 * 10 = 31.1 pg/cell
MCHC = 14.0 ÷ 42 * 100 = 33.3 g/dL
MCV = 42 ÷ 4.5 * 10 = 93.3 fl
All values within normal ranges ✓
Understanding RBC Indices
MCH
Mean Corpuscular Hemoglobin
Amount of hemoglobin per red blood cell
MCHC
Mean Corpuscular Hemoglobin Concentration
Hemoglobin concentration in red blood cells
MCV
Mean Corpuscular Volume
Average size of red blood cells
Types of Anemia by MCV
Microcytic (MCV < 80)
Iron deficiency, Thalassemia
Normocytic (MCV 80-100)
Chronic disease, Kidney disease
Macrocytic (MCV > 100)
B12/Folate deficiency, Alcohol
Understanding RBC Indices
What are RBC Indices?
RBC indices are calculated parameters that provide information about the size, volume, and hemoglobin content of red blood cells. They are not directly measured but calculated from basic blood count parameters.
Clinical Significance
- •Help diagnose different types of anemia
- •Identify nutritional deficiencies
- •Monitor response to treatment
- •Detect blood disorders
Calculation Formulas
MCH (pg/cell)
MCH = Hemoglobin (g/dL) ÷ RBC Count * 10
MCHC (g/dL)
MCHC = Hemoglobin (g/dL) ÷ Hematocrit (%) * 100
MCV (fl)
MCV = Hematocrit (%) ÷ RBC Count * 10