An ear infection is an inflammation of the middle ear, usually caused by bacteria, that occurs when fluid builds up behind the eardrum. Anyone can get an ear infection, but children get them more often than adults. Five out of six children will have at least one ear infection by their third birthday.
Red blood cell distribution width is a way for scientists to measure red blood cell volume and size. When red blood cells are larger than normal, that could indicate a problem. The reference range for RDW is as follows: RDW-SD: 29-46 fL.
The blood with all its different markers is a good indicator of health. Knowing what indicator depicts can help deal with deficiencies. RDW count stands for Red blood cell distribution width. This count measures the size of the volume of the red blood cells and not the size of the blood cells itself.The blood cells are responsible for carrying oxygen from lungs to organs and carbon dioxide to the lungs for exhalation. high RDW count with a low MCV could mean a chronic disease but a low RDW and a low MCV could mean anemia. A high RDW with a normal MCV could mean a B12 deficiency. A high MCV with a normal RDW could also show beginnings of leukemia. Both counts being high signify a folate deficiency.