Thalassemia Flashcards
1
Q
What is thalassemia?
A
Defective HB due to genetic mutation.
Can be Mild or severe.
2
Q
What is Alpha thalessemia caused by?
A
Defective or absent Alpha subunit.
3
Q
What is Beta thalessemia caused by?
A
Defective or absent beta subunit.
4
Q
What are the types of thalessemia?
A
Alpha thalessemia
Beta thalessemia