Ix and Mx - beta thalassaemia Flashcards by nafshe en | Brainscape

Q

Results of blood smear?

A

microcytic
hypochromic
anaemia

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Which investigations are done?

A

blood smears
coagulation tests
iron studies
electrophoresis

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Q

how is beta thalassaemia diagnosed?

A

electrophoresis shows absence of Hb A chains

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Mx

A

regular blood transfusion - once a month

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