What is the purpose of a hemoglobin test?
Hemoglobin tests are a part of complete blood count. They are done to check for anemia, a condition in which your body has fewer blood cells than normal.
Last updated on 10 May 2023
No, single blood tests cannot cause anemia in children.
Bone marrow is found in the center of most bones and has many blood vessels. There are two types of bone marrow: red and yellow. Red marrow contains blood stem cells that can become red blood cells, white blood cells, or platelets. Yellow marrow consists of fat and stem cells that produce cartilage and bones in the body.
CBC, KFT, LFT and HBA1C
Anemia cannot cause leukemia but could be a sign of bone marrow that's not producing enough red blood cells
A normal hemoglobin level is 13.2-16.6 grams per deciliter (g/dL) for males and 11.6-15 g/dL for females. If your hemoglobin levels are very low and you must consult a doctor immediately. Consider Apollo247 for quick consultation.
Hb Test, Hb
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