Low levels of MCH (Mean Corpuscular Hemoglobin), MCHC (Mean Corpuscular Hemoglobin Concentration), and MCV (Mean Corpuscular Volume) in bloodwork can indicate anemia, which is a condition where you don't have enough healthy red blood cells. About half of people with lupus are already affected by anemia. It's important to Show Full Answer
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Donna, when these are low, iron deficiency may be an issue, and it's worthwhile asking your doctor to check iron studies. Usually, with lupus anemia, these indices are normal, as we get what's called anemia of chronic disease due to bone marrow suppression by chronic inflammation.
Vitamin B12 deficiency, mentioned above, causes the MCV to be high, not low.
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