There is inconsistency in the exact definition of diagnostic levels of HbA 2 for β thalassemia
trait. While many laboratories consider HbA 2≥ 4.0% diagnostic, still others consider HbA …

Purpose: Thalassemia is one of the most common monogenic diseases in southwestern
China, especially among the Dai ethnic group. Here, we explore the feasibility of a next …

ABSTRACT S outh A sian I ndians represent a sixth of the world's population and are a
racially, geographically, and genetically diverse people. Their unique anthropological …

Hemoglobinopathies though a monogenic disorder, show phenotypic variability. Hence,
understanding the genetics underlying the heritable sub-phenotypes of …

BACKGROUND: The clinical and hematological response to hydroxyurea was evaluated in
β thalassemia patients in western India with variable clinical severity and correlated with …

Hb E-β-thalassemia is the most common form of β-thalassemia found in Thailand. The
disease exhibits a varied clinical expression ranging from severe transfusion dependence to …

To determine the frequencies of β-thalassemia mutations in different states of India and to
compare this with the available data in Asian Indians for a comprehensive catalogue of …

Abstract β-Thalassemia (β-thal) is a genetic disorder, representing a major health problem in
Algeria. It is associated with altered lipid levels and a state of oxidative stress that can lead …

Thalassemia is an inherited blood disorder that has been receiving increasing attention in
India. However, prevention of thalassemia in India continues to be difficult despite efforts of …

We studied 325 thalassemia intermedia patients from Iran, India, Pakistan, Thailand,
Mauritius and Cyprus to examine factors which influence the phenotype. The β-thalassemia …