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Attitude of at-risk subjects towards preimplantation genetic diagnosis of alpha- and beta-thalassaemias in Hong Kong.
Prenatal diagnosis - 1 Jun 2002
Hui Pui Wah, Lam Yung Hang, Chen Min, Tang Mary Hoi Yin, Yeung William Shu Biu, Ng Ernest Hung Yu, Ho Pak Chung
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OBJECTIVES: The aim of the study was to assess whether preimplantation genetic diagnosis (PGD) was an acceptable alternative to prenatal diagnosis in couples at risk of giving birth to a child with alpha- or beta-thalassaemia in an Asian population. METHODS: An information leaflet was distributed to the women at risk. They were asked to complete a questionnaire after having an interview with a designated...
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