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High Hb level
Sir , I recently got tested for CBC count . Ihave a high Haemoglobin level that is 17.9 ? Is this within normal range ? Or there is any serious cause behind this?
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In males more than 18 years, normal range is 13.5 to 17.5....
So your hb is normal...
Sometimes in dehydration,high hb levels can occur...
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if you have any symptoms,then only need to investigate in detail
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Littie high...can be normal..can be abnormal.
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consult online for further assessment
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