Red Cell Distribution Width (part of FBC profile)

Code:
RDW

Sample Type:
Purple top tube

Ref Ranges/Units:
Normal reference range: 0-17 years: 10 – 14 % 18+ years: 12 – 15 % Normal reference range: 0-17 years: 10 – 14 % 18+ years: 12 – 15 % Normal reference range: 0-17 years: 10 – 14 % 18+ years: 12 – 15 % Normal reference range: 0-17 years: 10 – 14 % 18+ years: 12 – 15 % Normal reference range: 0-17 years: 10 – 14 % 18+ years: 12 – 15 %

Turnaround:
Urgent requests < 90 mins Routine requests < 4hours

Special Precautions/Comments:

Additional Information:

Red cell distribution width (RDW) is the measurement of the variation in Red Blood Cell volume. This test forms part of the full blood count. This measurment is used in the assessment of anaemias, although a number of conditions causing anaemia may present with a normal RDW.

Tests
Pathology Services
Virtual Tour
Transport
Pathology Contacts