Checking hemoglobin requires a simple blood test. During your next visit to the doctor, ask for your hemoglobin count.
If you are anemic, ask your doctor what can be done to treat the condition. This is especially important for individuals who decline blood transfusions for religious or other reasons. Patients who enter the operating room anemic are much more likely to need blood transfusions during their hospital stay. Treating anemia in advance can significantly decrease the need for transfusion and its associated risks.
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