APoGI for the Haemoglobin Disorders

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Implications for a Child when One Partner carries Haemoglobin S (Sickle Cell) and the Other carries Alpha Plus Thalassaemia

There is no particular problem for this couple. This combination cannot cause a serious inherited anaemia in their children.

Partner who carries haemoglobin S Partner who carries alpha plus thalassaemia
Not a carrier Carrier of haemoglobin S Carrier of alpha plus thalassaemia Carrier of both haemoglobin S and alpha plus thalassaemia

In each pregnancy, there are four possibilities:

The couple has the same chance of a healthy family as other couples do.

When the children grow up, they should have blood test to see if they have inherited haemoglobin S. If they have their partner should have a test "for haemoglobin disorders". It is important to remember this for the future

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