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Should i be concerned with a hemoglobin count of 17.3?
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Need to repeat: Hemoglobin of 17.3 is high for a woman. Were you properly hydrated when the specimen was drawn? You may with to repeat the test making sure that you drink plenty of water before hand. See this site for information on hemoglobin levels. http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/003645.htm
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