ABDOMINAL
THALASSEMIA
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Question
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Which of the following statements is not true about HbA2?
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The insured has a condition Thalassemia therefore HbA2 occurs and when found can be identified as Thalassemia.
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This is because beta globin is not enough for alpha globin.
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Formed by alpha globin binding to delta.
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There is a normal occurrence of the body.
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -The increase in hemoglobin A2 (HbA2) level is the most significant parameter in the identification of -thalassemia carriers.
Detailed explanation-2: -It is postulated that HbA2 is increased in -thalassemia trait because of reduced -globin chain synthesis, leading to an excess of -globin chains and subsequent formation of HbA2 (22).
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