MCHC Calculator

Calculate mean corpuscular hemoglobin concentration from hemoglobin and hematocrit.

Aug 31, 2026 Hematology #rbc-indices #mchc

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Hemoglobin (g/dL)

Hematocrit (%)

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Reference Ranges Used

MCHC - Adult 32–36 g/dL

Formula & Clinical Notes

Formula

MCHC = (Hb × 100) / Hct

Clinical Notes

The normal MCHC is 32-36 g/dL. Low MCHC occurs in hypochromic microcytic anemias (iron deficiency, thalassemia); spurious hyperchromia is associated with cold agglutinins or spherocytosis.

Sources

Merck Manual Professional — Evaluation of Anemia