Thalassemia, or Cooley's anemia, is an inherited condition characterized by abnormal hemoglobin lacking beta chains, resulting in microcytes and splenomegaly; treatment includes blood transfusions or bone marrow transplants.
Thalassemia (Cooley's anemia) is a genetic disorder where hemoglobin lacks beta chains, leading to microcytes and spleen enlargement. Treatment involves blood transfusions or bone marrow transplants.
| Front | Colour of Normal Haemoglobin Oxyhaemoglobin |
|---|---|
| Back | Normal: purple-red Oxy: bright red |
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