Prevalence and Genetic Analysis of α- and β-Thalassemia and Sickle Cell Anemia in Southwest Iran

This prospective study assessed the prevalence and genetic analysis of a - and b -thalassemia and sickle cell anemia (SCA) in Southwest Iran. Hematological indices were measured in 17,581 couples living in Khuzestan Province, Southwest Iran. Individuals with mean corpuscular volume <80, mean corp...

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Main Authors: Forozan H. Nezhad, Khojasteh H. Nezhad, Parastoo M. Choghakabodi, Bijan Keikhaei
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Springer 2018-12-01
Series:Journal of Epidemiology and Global Health
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Online Access:https://www.atlantis-press.com/article/125905597/view