Mean Platelets Volume test or commonly known as MPV blood test is a part of the Complete Blood Count procedure that aids in the
determination of estimation of the average size of the platelets.
Why is MPV blood test conducted?
The production of platelets in the body is a
continuous process. MPV test aids in determining the rate of production of the
platelets in a human being who is suffering from diseases or problems related
to platelet destruction or bone marrow. The test has the prowess to offer
insights on whether or not the body is producing enough platelets since the
size of the platelet becomes big in case of abnormalities.
How is MPV calculated?
A Delhi diagnostic centre based senior technician
explains – mean platelet volume is measured using a sample of blood drawn from
one of the veins of the human body. It’s a parameter which is generally
calculated along with complete blood count. In the laboratory, the sample is
typically run through a machine which helps in the estimation of the volume of
platelets on the basis of the values obtained from a platelet histogram.
Platelets which showcase a mean platelet volume
above the defined normal range are termed as macro-thrombocytes. On the other
hand, MPV blood test normal range below average is termed as
micro-thrombocytes.
What do MPV blood test results
indicate?
Normal MPV range value falls between 9.7 and 12.8
femtoliter (fL). Anything above or below this range marks the presence of
abnormalities. At the same time, it is essential to note that reference ranges
may differ from one pathology lab to another due to the use of different
testing techniques.
MPV blood test high value is an indication of
increased platelets destruction in the body. The levels are higher when a
person has one or a combination of the below-mentioned conditions or diseases:-
- Myeloproliferative diseases
- Inflammatory bowel disease
- Immune thrombocytopenic purpura
- Bernard-Soulier syndrome
MPV blood test low values speak of problems in
platelet production by bone marrow. These are as follows:-
- Thrombocytopenia or low Platelets. This may be due to reduced production which typically happens in the case of aplastic anemia.
- Low MPV levels can be associated with abnormally reduced size of the platelets
- Low MPV count can be seen as a symptom of Wiskott - Aldrich syndrome which is generally termed as a genetic mutation of the WAS gene.
MPV test service is available with the leading
pathology labs of the nation. It is recommended that individuals must get MPV
test done once in every six months along with a complete blood count in order
to keep aware of in-breeding or potential problems which may affect the human
system.
