Turkish Translation
Hemoglobin
Physiology
Hemoglobin
A protein in red blood cells that carries oxygen from the lungs to the body's tissues and returns carbon dioxide from the tissues back to the lungs.
Turkish
Hemoglobin
Pronunciation
hiːməˌɡloʊbɪn
Usage frequency
9
Relative in-app score
hematologybloodoxygenanemia
HbHgb
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Meaning and Clinical Context
A protein in red blood cells that carries oxygen from the lungs to the body's tissues and returns carbon dioxide from the tissues back to the lungs.
Hemoglobin levels are routinely measured in complete blood count (CBC) tests to assess oxygen-carrying capacity and diagnose conditions such as anemia, polycythemia, or blood loss. Normal ranges vary by age and sex, with adult males typically having 13.8–17.2 g/dL and adult females 12.1–15.1 g/dL.
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Example in Use
English: The patient's hemoglobin level was 10.2 g/dL, indicating moderate anemia, and further investigation revealed iron deficiency as the underlying cause.
Turkish: Hastanın hemoglobin seviyesi 10.2 g/dL idi, bu da orta derecede anemi olduğunu gösteriyordu ve ileri araştırmalar altta yatan nedenin demir eksikliği olduğunu ortaya çıkardı.
Clinical Notes
Scenario
A 45-year-old female presents with fatigue and pallor. Lab results show hemoglobin of 9.8 g/dL. Discuss differential diagnoses and next steps.
Response Template
The patient's hemoglobin level is [value] g/dL, which is [below/within/above] the normal reference range for their demographic.
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What does Hemoglobin mean in medical English?
A protein in red blood cells that carries oxygen from the lungs to the body's tissues and returns carbon dioxide from the tissues back to the lungs.
When is Hemoglobin used in clinical communication?
Hemoglobin levels are routinely measured in complete blood count (CBC) tests to assess oxygen-carrying capacity and diagnose conditions such as anemia, polycythemia, or blood loss. Normal ranges vary by age and sex, with adult males typically having 13.8–17.2 g/dL and adult females 12.1–15.1 g/dL.
Which glossary category includes Hemoglobin?
Hemoglobin is grouped under Physiology in the HealthSpeak glossary.
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