My puppy seems fine, but bloodwork shows high RDW-CV. Is this normal?

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My puppy seems to be fine but when I checked his blood it show following report can please check it. Pet's info: Dog | Labrador Retriever | Male | 2 months and 19 days old | 5.73 lbs

Dr. Strydom, DVM · Accepted Answer

This bloodwork was performed on a human blood analyzer so it is not as accurate as if it was performed on an analyzer made for dogs. We do not use RDW-CV in dogs. In humans, if it is high, it could be an indication of a nutrient deficiency, such as a deficiency of iron, folate, or vitamin B-12. High results could also indicate macrocytic anemia, when your body doesn't produce enough normal red blood cells, and the cells it does produce are larger than normal. So, I don't know what to say about that as it is not really something we use in dogs. I don't see anything else on this blood report that is concerning. I suggest you make sure he is on a high quality food (like Royal Canin) and if he is not sick I would not be concerned.

My puppy seems fine, but bloodwork shows high RDW-CV. Is this normal?

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