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Hemoglobin
international journal for hemoglobin research
Volume 37, 2013 - Issue 2
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Original Article

Misdiagnosis of Hb D-Punjab/β-Thalassemia is a Potential Pitfall in Hemoglobinopathy Screening Programs: A Case Report

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Pages 119-123 | Received 16 May 2012, Accepted 27 Oct 2012, Published online: 20 Feb 2013

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