Lab values can vary. Please look at the report to see the normal range.
According to the Mayo Clinic,
The normal range for hemoglobin is:
For men, 13.5 to 17.5 grams per deciliter
For women, 12.0 to 15.5 grams per deciliter
If your hemoglobin level is higher than normal, it may be the result of:
Polycythemia vera — a blood disorder in which your bone marrow makes too many red blood cells
Lung disease
Dehydration
Living at a high altitude
Heavy smoking
Burns
Excessive vomiting
Extreme physical exercise
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Hello Anonymous,
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Lab values can vary. Please look at the report to see the normal range.
According to the Mayo Clinic,
The normal range for hemoglobin is:
For men, 13.5 to 17.5 grams per deciliter
For women, 12.0 to 15.5 grams per deciliter
If your hemoglobin level is higher than normal, it may be the result of:
Polycythemia vera — a blood disorder in which your bone marrow makes too many red blood cells
Lung disease
Dehydration
Living at a high altitude
Heavy smoking
Burns
Excessive vomiting
Extreme physical exercise
Do check with your personal physician,
August 24, 2017 - 9:34amMaryann
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