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New analytical tools and epidemiological data for the identification of HbA2 borderline subjects in the screening for beta-thalassemia.
Bioelectrochemistry (Amsterdam, Netherlands) - 1 Aug 2008
Mosca Andrea, Paleari Renata, Galanello Renzo, Sollaino Carla, Perseu Lucia, Demartis Franca Rosa, Passarello Cristina, Giambona Antonino, Maggio Aurelio
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The increase of HbA(2) is the most important feature in the identification of beta-thalassemia carriers. However, some carriers are difficult to identify, because the level of HbA(2) is not in the typical range. Few data are available concerning the prevalence of such unusual phenotypes, and know...
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