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In January my Hgb was 9.9 g/dL
Reference Range:12.0 g/dL - 16.0 g/dL 
I'm still anemic - hoping that this number keeps going up with my blood test next month. I don't feel as tired, but I still feel tired. 

What is this test?
This is a blood test to find out how much hemoglobin is in your blood. Hemoglobin is the main part of your red blood cells. Hemoglobin is made up of a protein called globin and a compound called heme. Heme consists of iron and a pigment called porphyrin, which gives your blood its red color.

Hemoglobin serves the important role of carrying oxygen and carbon dioxide through your blood. If your hemoglobin is too low, you may not be able to supply the cells in your body with the oxygen they need to survive.

Why do I need this test?
You may need this test if it is part of routine blood testing. You may also need to have your hemoglobin checked if you have anemia or symptoms of anemia. Anemia can be caused by blood loss, decreased production of red blood cells, or increased destruction of red blood cells. Your healthcare provider can use your hemoglobin test to help find the cause of your anemia. These are other reasons you may need this test:

To diagnose a disease that causes anemia
To see how severe your anemia is
To see whether your anemia is responding to treatment
To evaluate a disease called polycythemia

Symptoms of anemia may include:

Shortness of breath
Dizziness
Headache
Cold, pale skin
Chest pain

What do my test results mean?
Test results may vary depending on your age, gender, health history, the method used for the test, and other things. Your test results may not mean you have a problem. Ask your healthcare provider what your test results mean for you. 

Hemoglobin measurement is given in grams per deciliter (g/dL). Normal hemoglobin is different for men, women, and children.

Here are the approximate normal values:

12 to 16 g/dL for women

14 to 17.4 g/dL for men


9.5 to 24.5 g/dL for children, depending on the child's age. If your child is having this test, you should discuss the results with your child's healthcare provider.