The association of the genes for beta-thalassemia and hereditary elliptocytosis are described in an Italian family. Genetic study of this family indicates that the involved genes are not allelic and are not closely linked. Clinical and laboratory data further suggest that the effects of both genes are summated when present in the same individual.

Topics:
beta thalassemia, family studies, hereditary elliptocytosis, heterozygote
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© 1965 by American Society of Hematology, Inc.
1965
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