Microfilariae Prevalence and its Association with Anemia Among First-time Blood Donors in Lambaréné, Gabon
Background: Anemia remains a significant public health concern in Gabon, particularly among children, adolescents, and females. Gabon is also home to two major species of filarial worms, Loa and Mansonella spp., which cause microfilaremia. The epidemiological nexus between hemoglobin (Hb) concentrat...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Galenos Publishing House
2024-03-01
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Series: | Balkan Medical Journal |
Online Access: | http://balkanmedicaljournal.org/abstract.php?lang=en&id=2575 |