Fetal hemoglobin is increased in sickle cell anemia, leukemias, beta-thalassemia and hereditary persistence of fetal hemoglobin. The production of fetal hemoglobin may be triggered as a response to sickle crisis.
No special preparation is needed for Fetal Hemoglobin. Inform your doctor if you are on any medications or have any underlying medical conditions or allergies before undergoing Fetal Hemoglobin. Your doctor depending on your condition will give specific instructions.
Gender | Age groups | Value |
UNISEX | < 1 | 22.8 - 92% |
UNISEX | > 2 years | 0 - 0.9% |