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Three novel and one C31133T (Arg-338-->Stop) mutations of antihemophilic factor IX gene detected in Taiwan.
Zhonghua yi xue za zhi = Chinese medical journal; Free China ed - 1 Apr 1996
Young J H, Wang J C, Lin Y C
Abstract excerpt
BACKGROUND: Hemophilia-B is caused by mutation of the coagulation factor IX (F.IX) gene. The gene is about 34 kilobases in length and contains 8 exons ranging from 25 to 548 base pairs. There is no common mutation pattern of this gene in any population as there is in thalassemia. The hope is to localize the mutations in patients for use in making rapid familial surveys and for prenatal diagnoses. METHODS:...
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