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85018 Hemoglobin

Pathology & Lab

Also known as: hemoglobin level, Hgb

Quantitative measurement of hemoglobin concentration in whole blood using spectrophotometric or electrochemical methods to assess oxygen-carrying capacity and anemia severity.

Clinical Context

Core test for anemia diagnosis and severity, blood donation screening, preoperative assessment, and chronic disease monitoring; low levels compromise oxygen delivery.

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Specialties

Clinical PathologyHematologyInternal Medicine

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