Which medicine should I take to increase hemoglobin?
Ferrous sulphate or epoetin alpha injection are given to patients to increase hemoglobin levels.
Last updated on 17 May 2023
Percentage of hemoglobin in RBC is around 34%. Generally in mammals the protein makes up about 96% of the red blood cells dry content, and around 34% of the total content.
In males it is 13.8 to 17.2 grams per deciliter (g/dL) or 138 to 172 grams per liter (g/L). In females it shoube be 12.1 to 15.1 g/dL or 121 to 151 g/L
Yes
No, it is not normal. 8.9 hemoglobin indicates that you may have anemia. Consult with a doctor to resolve low iron levels.
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