A 34-year-old female patient is experiencing symptoms of fatigue, recurrent infections, and pallor. Upon laboratory evaluation, she is diagnosed with an autoimmune disorder characterized by the destruction of red blood cells. This condition results in her body being unable to maintain adequate erythrocyte levels, leading to anemia.
The nurse understands that the normal range for hemoglobin in adult females is approximately 12 to 16 g/dL. In this patient's condition, the expected laboratory value for hemoglobin may be significantly lower. The nurse gets ready for further assessment and understands that management may involve corticosteroids and immunosuppressive therapy.
Fill in the blank with the typical hemoglobin range in this condition: The patient's hemoglobin level is expected to be _____ g/dL.