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Temporal patterns of haemoglobin phenotypes among Nigerian university students based on ten years of surveillance data.
Scientific reports - 21 Jun 2026
Adeleke Thomas Olumide, Ughonu Chukwudumebi Placid, Agelebe Efeturi, Adeleke Oludamola Victoria, Dosumu Taiwo Omotayo, Ajala Dolapo Emmanuel, Ayenigba Bayonle, Adegoke Samuel Ademola, Slusher Tina M, Boucher Alexander A
Abstract excerpt
Haemoglobinopathies remain among the most common monogenic disorders worldwide, with sickle cell disease (SCD) and various forms of thalassemia posing significant challenges to public health systems, particularly in low- and middle-income countries. This study presents a ten-year retrospective analysis of haemoglobin phenotype surveillance data, encompassing multiple regions and demographic strata. This...
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- Humans
- Nigeria
- Students
- Female
- Phenotype
- Retrospective Studies
