B thalassaemia Minor Flashcards

1
Q

What gene is normal compared to major

A

HbA

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2
Q

Blood Film

A

Target Cells

Hypochromic

Microcytic

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3
Q

Additional Tests

A

Increased HbA2 + HbF DNA analysis

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4
Q

Clinical Presentation

A

Asymptomatic

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5
Q

Treatment

A

No treatment needed

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6
Q

wHat genes are working

A

B B+

One faulty Beta (HBB = can still produce normal Bchain)

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