Prevalence of hemoglobinopathies in the Brazilian adult population: National Health Survey 2014-2015

Conclusion: The most prevalent hemoglobinopathies were the sickle cell trait and minor thalassemia, and were predominate among light- and dark-skinned black people. The study helps in identifying hemoglobinopathies and in genetic counseling in pre-conception.
Source: Revista Brasileira de Epidemiologia - Category: Epidemiology Source Type: research