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doi: 10.1056/NEJMra1404415.
The α-thalassemias
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The α-thalassemias
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Abstract
More than 100 varieties of α-thalassemia have been identified. Their geographic distribution and the challenges associated with screening, diagnosis, and management suggest that α-thalassemias should have a higher priority on global public health agendas.
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