Normal Reference Ranges
Adult
Male: 13.8 - 17.2 | Female: 12.1 - 15.1 g/dL
Pediatric
Newborn: 14-24 | Child: 11-16 g/dL
Clinical Significance
Oxygen-carrying protein in red blood cells. Crucial for assessing anemia and oxygen delivery to tissues.
Causes of High
- Polycythemia vera
- Chronic hypoxia (COPD)
- Dehydration
- High altitude
Causes of Low
- Anemia
- Bleeding
- Iron deficiency
- Kidney disease
- Bone marrow failure