Thalassemia Flashcards

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What is thalassemia?

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Defective HB due to genetic mutation.
Can be Mild or severe.

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What is Alpha thalessemia caused by?

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Defective or absent Alpha subunit.

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What is Beta thalessemia caused by?

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Defective or absent beta subunit.

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What are the types of thalessemia?

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Alpha thalessemia
Beta thalessemia

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