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A hemoglobin electrophoresis showed 49% Hb S, 42% Hb C, Hb F 6%, and Hb A2-3%. These results are consistent with a diagnosis of:
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sickle cell anemia
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sickle cell trait
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Hgb SC disease
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Hgb C trait
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Hemoglobin electrophoresis In children with normocytic hemolytic anemia, if results of electrophoresis show only HbS with an HbF concentration of less than 30%, the diagnosis is sickle cell anemia. If HbS and HbC are present in roughly equal amounts, the diagnosis is HbSC disease.
Detailed explanation-2: -What is it used for? Hemoglobin electrophoresis measures hemoglobin levels and looks for abnormal types of hemoglobin. It’s most often used to help diagnose anemia, sickle cell disease, and other hemoglobin disorders.
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