RDW
RDW is a clinical biomarker on the Blood panel, reported in %. Standard reference range: 11–15 %. Functional (optimal) range used by integrative practitioners: 11–12.6 %.
What is RDW?
Red cell distribution width (RDW) quantifies variability in red cell size (anisocytosis); elevation helps differentiate iron deficiency from thalassemia and signals mixed deficiencies.
Reference ranges
| Range type | Value (%) | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Standard (lab) | 11–15 | Typical Quest / LabCorp adult reference |
| Functional (optimal) | 11–12.6 | Integrative / functional medicine consensus |
How SomaVue interprets RDW
SomaVue maps every result for RDW against four clinical lenses — nutrient cofactors, toxin exposure, infection drivers, and circadian/hormonal context — and connects each interpretation to specific peer-reviewed citations. Pre-mapped clinical reasoning and cross-marker pattern detection are available inside the practitioner workspace.
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Try it freeEducational reference only. Reference ranges vary by laboratory, assay method, age, sex, and clinical context. Functional ranges represent integrative-medicine consensus and are not regulatory thresholds. SomaVue does not diagnose, treat, mitigate, or prevent disease. Always consult a licensed healthcare provider.