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Reduced risk of uncomplicated malaria episodes in children with alpha+-thalassemia in northeastern Tanzania.
The American journal of tropical medicine and hygiene - 1 May 2008
Enevold Anders, Lusingu John P, Mmbando Bruno, Alifrangis Michael, Lemnge Martha M, Bygbjerg Ib C, Theander Thor G, Vestergaard Lasse S
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The prevalence of human red blood cell (RBC) polymorphisms is high in areas of intense Plasmodium falciparum transmission, and individuals carrying these genetic traits are believed to be partially protected against severe malaria. However, it remains uncertain how RBC polymorphisms affect the su...
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