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Novel mutations in KLF1 encoding the In(Lu) phenotype reflect a diversity of clinical presentations.
Transfusion - 1 Jan 2018
Keller Jessica, Vege Sunitha, Horn Trina, Keller Margaret A, Leger Regina M, Aeschlimann Judith, Lomas-Francis Christine, Westhoff Connie M
Abstract excerpt
BACKGROUND: Mutation in the KLF1 gene is the cause of the In(Lu) (Inhibitor of Lutheran) Lu(a-b-) phenotype and more than 60 alleles have been associated with this phenotype. Here we describe findings from investigation of seven cases: six presenting with a Lu(a-b-) phenotype including the historical index case and one referred from a patient with chronic anemia. STUDY DESIGN AND METHODS: Serologic testing was by...
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