Higher hemoglobin levels within reference interval are associated with elevated cardiometabolic traits in a birth cohort of 16-yr-old adolescents

American Journal of Physiology-Endocrinology and Metabolism 2026

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Authors: Joona Tapio, Samuli Sakko, Johannes Kettunen, Mikko Paavo Tulppo, Peppi Koivunen
DOI: 10.1152/ajpendo.00542.2025
Cited by: 1
References: 40

Abstract

Hb levels, one of the most commonly measured laboratory tests, could be used beyond anemia in assessment of cardiometabolic health already in adolescence; higher Hb levels within the reference interval are associated with an increased risk.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Diabetes Cardiovascular Risks and Lipoproteins Hemoglobinopathies and Related Disorders Iron Metabolism and Disorders

Publication details

Journal / source
American Journal of Physiology-Endocrinology and Metabolism
Publisher
American Physiological Society
Volume
330
Issue
4
Pages
E471–E478
Publication date
4 March 2026
Language
EN