The Effect of Smoking on Hematological Parameters

Introduction: The purpose of this study was to investigate the effects of smoking on hematological parameters. Materials and Methods: A total of 295 participants who were older than 18 years of age, did not have any known diseases, applied to our clinics for check-ups, and had no diseases revealed in their check-up procedures were included in the study. Results: Compared to the non-smokers, the smokers had higher levels of hemoglobin (15.6 g/dL vs. 13.5 g/dL, respectively; p