Also known as: Hemoglobin Test
The Haemoglobin (Hb) test measures the oxygen-carrying protein in your red blood cells. It is the quickest way to screen for anaemia, monitor it during pregnancy or chronic illness, and assess blood loss.
Clinical use cases
Why doctors order itThe Haemoglobin (Hb) test measures the oxygen-carrying protein in your red blood cells. It is the quickest way to screen for anaemia, monitor it during pregnancy or chronic illness, and assess blood loss.
Clinical significance
Low haemoglobin defines anaemia and reduces the blood's oxygen-carrying capacity, causing tiredness, breathlessness and pallor. High haemoglobin can occur with dehydration or polycythaemia. The value guides whether further tests (iron studies, B12) are needed to find the cause.
Men: 13–17 g/dL
Women: 12–15 g/dL
Pregnancy: ≥ 11 g/dL
Reference ranges vary by lab and patient demographic. Interpret with a clinician.
Sample type
Blood (EDTA)
Fasting
Not required
Report TAT
Same day / 24 hours
Home collection
Available
How to prepare
The Haemoglobin (Hb) test measures the oxygen-carrying protein in your red blood cells. It is the quickest way to screen for anaemia, monitor it during pregnancy or chronic illness, and assess blood loss.
The Haemoglobin (Hb) helps detect and monitor conditions including Anaemia, Polycythaemia, Blood loss.
No special preparation
Men: 13–17 g/dL Women: 12–15 g/dL Pregnancy: ≥ 11 g/dL Note: reference ranges may vary by laboratory and should be interpreted by your doctor in the context of your overall health.
The Haemoglobin (Hb) is available at ₹149 (MRP ₹569) on PingMeDoc with free home sample collection. Prices are inclusive of sample collection charges.
Roughly 13–17 g/dL in men and 12–15 g/dL in women. In pregnancy, 11 g/dL or above is generally considered acceptable. Below these ranges indicates anaemia.
The commonest cause is iron deficiency, but vitamin B12 or folate deficiency, blood loss (including heavy periods), and chronic disease can all lower haemoglobin. Tests like ferritin and B12 help find the exact cause.
No fasting is required for the Haemoglobin (Hb) test. You can eat and drink normally before sample collection.
The Haemoglobin (Hb) test costs ₹149 at PingMeDoc (MRP ₹569). Free home sample collection is included. NABL-accredited lab processing. Reports delivered digitally in same day / 24 hours.
Haemoglobin (Hb) test results are typically available within same day / 24 hours after sample collection. You can view and download your digital report from your PingMeDoc dashboard.
The Haemoglobin (Hb) test requires blood (edta). A trained phlebotomist will collect the sample at your home at your preferred time slot.
Yes. All lab tests on PingMeDoc, including the Haemoglobin (Hb) test, are processed by NABL-accredited and ISO-certified labs. Reports are reviewed and available on your dashboard.
Yes. Home sample collection for the Haemoglobin (Hb) test is free when booking through PingMeDoc. A phlebotomist visits your home or office at your scheduled time slot.
The Haemoglobin (Hb) test measures the oxygen-carrying protein in your red blood cells. It is the quickest way to screen for anaemia, monitor it during pregnancy or chronic illness, and assess blood loss. It is commonly used for: Anaemia diagnosis, Pre-surgical assessment, Pregnancy anaemia monitoring, Blood loss evaluation, Chronic disease monitoring.
No fasting required. Inform the lab about any iron supplements or recent blood transfusions.
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Medical disclaimer
Test details are for general information only and not a substitute for medical advice. Reference ranges vary between labs. Always discuss results with a registered medical practitioner before starting, stopping or changing any treatment.
Free home collection
What this test measures
The Haemoglobin (Hb) reports the following parameters. Reference ranges are typical adult values from NABL-accredited partner labs and may vary slightly by lab, age and sex — always read results with your doctor.
| Parameter | Reference range | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Haemoglobin (Hb) | 13–18 | g/dL |
| Hb% | — | % |
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The Haemoglobin (Hb) test measures the oxygen-carrying protein in your red blood cells. It is the quickest way to screen for anaemia, monitor it during pregnancy or chronic illness, and assess blood loss.
The Haemoglobin (Hb) helps detect and monitor conditions including Anaemia, Polycythaemia, Blood loss.
No special preparation
Men: 13–17 g/dL Women: 12–15 g/dL Pregnancy: ≥ 11 g/dL Note: reference ranges may vary by laboratory and should be interpreted by your doctor in the context of your overall health.
The Haemoglobin (Hb) is available at Rs 149 (MRP Rs 569) on PingMeDoc with free home sample collection across India. Prices are inclusive of sample collection charges.
