The full form of MCV in Medical is Mean Corpuscular Volume. The test helps measure the estimated size of red blood cells available in the body. MCV is encompassed in a CBT (common blood test) named CBC (complete blood count). Along with the results of other tests, this test can help diagnose various health conditions and diseases, such as liver disease, anemia, etc.
MCV is done along with other blood tests to measure the size of red blood cells, which are the cells that move the air you breathe in your body. However, the test is very useful because it can indicate specific conditions. It will not be effective if you have different types of red blood cell sizes in your blood sample. An automated blood counter calculates the value of MCH depending on the number of red blood cells in a blood volume.
To perform an MCV, your healthcare provider takes a sample of your blood and passes it to a professional laboratory for analysis. Other providers will look at the blood sample under a microscope and note data about your blood cells.