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Nanoplate Digital PCR for Identification of α0-Thalassemia (SEA Deletion): Carrier Screening and Possible Application to Prenatal Diagnosis.
International journal of molecular sciences - 2 Sept 2026
Pattrakorn Apisit, Yamsri Supawadee, Chaibunruang Attawut, Pansuwan Anupong, Tepakhan Wanicha, Singha Kritsada, Fucharoen Supan, Srivorakun Hataichanok
Abstract excerpt
The Southeast Asian deletion (--SEA), the most prevalent α0-thalassemia mutation in Southeast Asia, is a major target of regional thalassemia prevention programs. Coinheritance of α0-thalassemia with other hemoglobinopathies, particularly hemoglobin E (Hb E), complicates routine hematological screening and requires reliable molecular confirmation. This study developed and validated a duplex nanoplate digital...
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- Humans
- alpha-Thalassemia
- Prenatal Diagnosis
- Polymerase Chain Reaction
- Sequence Deletion
