Physiology Average hemoglobin levels are 16 g/dL for males and 14 g/dL for females. What is the main reason for the lower hemoglobin level in females? A Shoer erythrocyte half-life time B Decreased responsiveness of bone marrow stem cells to erythropoietin C Smaller number of bone marrow stem cells D Low testosterone levels in the female 💡 Explanation Average hemoglobin levels are 16 g/dL for males and 14 g/dL for females. What is the main reason for the lower hemoglobin level in females? ✓ Correct Answer: D. Low testosterone levels in the female