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Haemoglobin Test (Hb)

Explore the Haemoglobin (Hb) test at PingMeDoc™ for blood counts, clotting or related blood assessments. Check the exact measurements, specimen type, preparation instructions, current price and report turnaround shown in the laboratory catalogue. Ask a doctor whether this test is appropriate for your symptoms or monitoring needs.

Also known as

Haemoglobin Test · Haemoglobin · Hb Test · Hemoglobin Test · Hb Blood Test · Hb Measurement · Hb Level

Sample
Blood
Fasting
Not required
Expected report time
Same day / 24 hours
Parameters
1

Haemoglobin Test: quick answers

Haemoglobin Test full form
Haemoglobin
Haemoglobin Test price
₹149, home sample collection
Normal range (adults)
Adult men: About 13.5 to 17.5 g/dL; Adult women (not pregnant): About 12.0 to 15.5 g/dL more
Done for
Tiredness, weakness, pallor, dizziness or breathlessness; Checking for anaemia during pregnancy; Heavy periods or blood loss

What is the Haemoglobin Test?

A haemoglobin (Hb) test measures the amount of haemoglobin, the protein in red blood cells that carries oxygen, in your blood. It is the main test for anaemia, and a low value is the first sign that a doctor looks for tiredness, breathlessness or pallor.

Haemoglobin Test normal range

MeasurementTypical adult value
Adult menAbout 13.5 to 17.5 g/dL
Adult women (not pregnant)About 12.0 to 15.5 g/dL
Anaemia cut-off, menBelow 13 g/dL (WHO)
Anaemia cut-off, women not pregnantBelow 12 g/dL (WHO)
Anaemia cut-off, pregnant womenBelow 11 g/dL (WHO)

Haemoglobin depends on age, sex, pregnancy and altitude, and reference ranges differ a little between labs. The range on your own report is the one that applies to you.

Ranges differ between laboratories and methods. The reference range printed on your own report is the one to read your result against.

What your Haemoglobin Test result means

Low
Means anaemia. Iron deficiency is the commonest cause in India, and B12 or folate deficiency, blood loss, thalassaemia and long-term illness are others. A doctor decides the cause using a CBC and other tests.
Normal
Haemoglobin is in the expected range for your age and sex. Iron stores can still be low with a normal Hb, so a doctor may check ferritin if symptoms persist.
High
Can be seen with dehydration, smoking, living at high altitude, lung disease or a bone marrow condition. A doctor may repeat the test and look at the other blood counts.

One result is not a diagnosis. A doctor reads it with your symptoms, history, medicines and other tests.

Why is the Haemoglobin Test done?

  • Tiredness, weakness, pallor, dizziness or breathlessness
  • Checking for anaemia during pregnancy
  • Heavy periods or blood loss
  • Before surgery or blood donation
  • Following treatment for anaemia, such as iron or B12

What does the Haemoglobin Test (Hb) measure?

1 parameter.

  • Haemoglobin (Hb)

Units, catalogue methods and LOINC codes1 row
ParameterUnitCatalogue methodLOINC
Haemoglobin (Hb)g/dLSLS-Hemoglobin Method718-7

The reference interval printed on your actual laboratory report governs interpretation. Intervals can vary by laboratory, method, age, sex and pregnancy. Methods can also vary by processing laboratory.

Haemoglobin Test: sample & preparation

  • No fasting is required. A small blood sample will be drawn from your arm.

Frequently asked questions

What is a normal Hb level?
In adults it is typically about 13.5 to 17.5 g/dL in men and 12.0 to 15.5 g/dL in women who are not pregnant. WHO defines anaemia as below 13 g/dL in men, below 12 g/dL in non-pregnant women and below 11 g/dL in pregnancy.
Is the Hb test the same as a CBC?
No. The Hb test gives only the haemoglobin value. A CBC includes haemoglobin along with red cell indices, white cells and platelets, which help find the cause of a low or high Hb.
Do I need to fast for a haemoglobin test?
No. You can eat and drink normally. A small blood sample is taken from a vein, or in some places from a finger prick.
Can I check haemoglobin at home?
Finger-prick meters exist, but they can differ from a laboratory result, and a low reading should be confirmed with a lab test. A doctor uses the laboratory value for decisions.
What is the difference between Hb and HbA1c?
Hb is the total haemoglobin that shows anaemia. HbA1c is the part of haemoglobin coated with sugar, which shows average blood sugar over about three months. They are different tests for different questions.
How much does the Haemoglobin (Hb) cost?
The current online price is ₹149, with MRP ₹569. Review your booking total before payment.
Can I book this test for home collection?
Yes. Add your collection address and choose an available collection slot at checkout.
When is the report expected?
The catalogue lists Same day / 24 hours. Confirm the collection and report schedule with the booking team.
Can I book this with other tests?
You can add available tests to the same cart. Review the combined preparation instructions and collection requirements with the booking team.

Sources: WHO: Haemoglobin concentrations for the diagnosis of anaemia and assessment of severity, 2011; ICMR: Guidelines for control of iron deficiency anaemia, National Institute of Nutrition; Dacie and Lewis Practical Haematology, 12th edition. General information, not medical advice.

This page gives catalogue facts only (sample, preparation, report time) and has not been reviewed by a doctor. It is general information, not a diagnosis or advice for you: your doctor decides which tests you need and what the results mean.

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