Updated: 30-04-2025
What Are the Optimal Haemoglobin Levels for Teens?
Red blood cells, or RBCs, carry oxygen to different cells of our body.
Haemoglobin is a protein that is present in red blood cells.
The function of haemoglobin is to bind the oxygen molecules and distribute them to different cells and tissues by the circulatory system of the body.
For a body to function properly, the haemoglobin count should be maintained.
If there is a fall in the normal haemoglobin level, the body tends to experience many problems, such as tiredness and weakness.
The level of haemoglobin varies between different ages and sexes.
Anemia
Haemoglobin contains iron that strengthens it to bind the oxygen molecules, to carry them easily.
Improper diet lowers the level of iron in our body.
This, in turn, hampers the production of haemoglobin in our body.
As a result of low hemoglobin low production of red blood cells is experienced.
This complete situation is known as anemia.
Brain development, muscle functions even energy created by the body is affected by this.
Symptoms of anaemia
The following are some of the symptoms of anaemia or a low haemoglobin count:
- Weakness
- Irritability
- Dizziness
- Tiredness
- Pale skin
- Low appetite
- Fast heartbeat
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Normal haemoglobin level in males and females
The haemoglobin level varies for different age levels and even in different genders.
The normal haemoglobin levels in teenagers are:
Female
Between age 12 and 18: average 14.0 g/dl (in the range 12.0 g/dl to 16.0 g/dl)
Male
Between age 12 and 18: average 14.5 g/dl (in the range 13.0 g/dl to 16.0 g/dl)
The blood test is conducted to diagnose anaemia.
As a treatment for a low haemoglobin count, iron supplements are given.
However, a healthy diet is always recommended for a healthy body and mind.
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