The structure and function of normal and abnormal haemoglobins.

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This chapter reviews general aspects of the normal human haemoglobins which include those predominantly present in the embryo, the fetus and newborn baby, and in the normal adult. Special emphasis is given to factors which affect the levels of fetal haemoglobin in the adult because increased percentages of Hb F can be of great benefit to adults with certain haemoglobinopathies such as sickle cell anaemia and...

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