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A large cohort of hemoglobin variants in Thailand: molecular epidemiological study and diagnostic consideration.
PloS one - 1 Jan 2014
Srivorakun Hataichanok, Singha Kritsada, Fucharoen Goonnapa, Sanchaisuriya Kanokwan, Fucharoen Supan
Abstract excerpt
BACKGROUND: Hemoglobin (Hb) variants are structurally inherited changes of globin chains. Accurate diagnoses of these variants are important for planning of appropriate management and genetic counseling. Since no epidemiological study has been conducted before, we have investigated frequencies, molecular and hematological features of Hb variants found in a large cohort of Thai subjects. MATERIALS AND METHODS:...
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