Im 51 years old and I weigh is 179.  My dentist examined my mouth and told me to get to the doctor immediately.  Ive smoked for several years and have been having severe throat pain.  Today found out that my RDW is 15.7.  Should l be more worried than I already am?  Prior to the RDW blood reading my doctor was not concerned.  She had not gotten the results of my test before she thought all was fine  I havent spoken to her since the test as it was just done today    How dangerous is my 15.7 RDW blood level?
Hi;Welcome to Chat Doctor;Raw is nothing but well cell distribution. Width ; it is a blood test that measures the variation in the volume of red blood cell as compared to complete blood cell count. Normal range is round 11.5 to 14.5Any elevated value is seen in anemia due to blood loss; hereditary exocytosis; anemia due to some chronic disease or may be due to plastic anemia.it is a crucial value so I would suggest you to consult a physician and get the examination done. Take care