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Is Elevated Hemoglobin Count A Concern In An APML Survivor Who Is Cured Of Cancer?
My mother, aged 62 years, is an APML Survivor who is cured of cancer and has completed 5 years post her treatment. We got her blood work done recently. Her blood count seem to be elevated hb 14.4, Platelets 3.7 and WBC 13,900. One year before her HB used to be 13.8, Platelets around 3.3 or 3.4, and WBC around 11,000. All the other tests are with in the range. She is also takes medication for blood pressure. Is there something to be worried, or is it normal?
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Hello,
Hemoglobin level up to 16 are considered normal in a female. Moreover, a one degree elevation of decline from baseline should not be a cause of worry as it can be due to lab error also.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
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Dr. Deepak Sundriyal, Oncologist
Hemoglobin level up to 16 are considered normal in a female. Moreover, a one degree elevation of decline from baseline should not be a cause of worry as it can be due to lab error also.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Deepak Sundriyal, Oncologist
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