Prevalence and Genotypes of α- and β-Thalassemia Carriers in Hong Kong — Implications for Population Screening
Authors:
- Li-Chong ChanLCLi-Chong Chan
- Yuk-Yin A. ChanYCYuk-Yin A. Chan
- Shau-Yin HaSHShau-Yin Ha
- Chap-Yung YeungCYChap-Yung Yeung
- John S. WayeJWJohn S. Waye
- David H.K. ChuiDCDavid H.K. Chui
Open Access
- 1 May 1997
- journal article
- research article
- Published by Massachusetts Medical Society in New England Journal of Medicine
- Vol. 336 (18) , 1298-1301
Abstract
The thalassemias are common in southern China. We determined the prevalence of heterozygous carriers of these genetic disorders in Hong Kong and assessed the feasibility of a community-based screening program.Keywords
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