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Hemoglobin
international journal for hemoglobin research
Volume 33, 2009 - Issue 3-4
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Original Article

Molecular Heterogeneity of β-Thalassemia Alleles in Spain and its Importance in the Diagnosis and Prevention of β-Thalassemia Major and Sickle Cell Disorders

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Pages 226-234 | Received 21 Jan 2009, Accepted 17 Feb 2009, Published online: 15 Sep 2009

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