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Hemoglobin
Overview Risks Results
Alternative Names:
Hgb; Hb
Normal Values:
Hemoglobin (varies with altitude):
  • Male: 13.8 to 17.2 gm/dl
  • Female: 12.1 to 15.1 gm/dl
Note: gm/dl = grams per deciliter
What abnormal results mean:
Lower-than-normal hemoglobin may indicate: Higher-than-normal hemoglobin may indicate: Additional conditions under which the test may be performed: This test may be performed under many conditions and in assessment of many diseases.
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