i am 73 and have had a transfusion 2 weeks ago now it is down to 6 is that normal
2007-02-20 16:13:23 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Other - Health
Hemoglobin is a protein contained in red blood cells that carries oxygen to, and carbon dioxide away from, the body's cells. A hemoglobin test is typically ordered as part of a complete blood cell (CBC) count.
Hemoglobin is measured in grams per deciliter of blood. The normal levels are: Men: 13.8 to 17.2 gm/dl
Low levels of hemoglobin may be a result of:
Anemia.
Erythropoetin deficiency.
RBC destruction.
Hemorrhaging (bleeding).
Lead poisoning.
Malnutrition.
Iron, folate, vitamin B12 or vitamin B6 deficiency.
Overhydration.
2007-02-20 16:21:08 · answer #1 · answered by paramedicguy_au 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
have u any disease, u have svere anaemia according to haeglobin
2007-02-21 00:34:58 · answer #2 · answered by dr.frend_4_u 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋