Thalassemia Trait Screening: a Real Need in the Community
Thalassemia is a form of hemolytic anemia. It is an autosomal recessive disorder. If two individuals with 'thalassemia minor trait' marry, the chance of the offspring having thalassemia major is 25 %. Hence it's screening is necessary in our community.
Dr. Goswami Parth Rajendragiri
13 Feb 2024 . 5 min read
Gamma-Thalassemia: A Brief Review
γ-thalassemia is a rare disorder related to defective hemoglobin synthesis. Refer to this article to know more in detail.
20 Oct 2023 . 4 min read
Delta-Beta Thalassemia - Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment
It is a type of thalassemia caused due to deletion of both delta and beta genes on chromosome 11. Refer to this article to know more in detail.
13 Feb 2024 . 5 min read
Red Cell Distribution Width Test - Significance and Test Procedure.
Variations in red blood cell size might indicate the presence of certain diseases.
28 Dec 2023 . 4 min read
Thalassemia and Renal Disease - An Overview
Thalassemia, a group of genetic blood disorders characterized by abnormal hemoglobin production and renal disease, affects the kidneys' structure and function.
31 Jan 2024 . 5 min read
Role of Pre-implantation Genetic Diagnosis In Thalassemia Prevention
Pre-implantation genetic Diagnosis (PGD) plays a vital role in Thalassemia prevention, enabling selective embryo screening and implantation.
26 Oct 2023 . 4 min read
Iron Homeostasis in Thalassemia: A Critical Aspect of Management
Iron homeostasis plays a crucial role in thalassemia. Read the article to learn more.
09 Nov 2023 . 5 min read
Genetic Counseling and Screening Programs for Thalassemia Prevention
Read this article to learn in detail about genetic counseling and screening initiatives designed to prevent thalassemia.
22 Mar 2024 . 5 min read
Prevention of Thalassemia-Related Iron Overload and Its Complications
This article explores strategies to prevent iron overload and its complications in individuals with thalassemia.
15 Nov 2023 . 4 min read
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