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β-Thalassemia (β-thal) is a common single gene autosomal recessive disorder resulting in severe anemia due to reduced or absent β-globin polypeptide synthesis. The disease is caused by mutations in the β-globin gene; eight common mutations are proposed to cause the majority of β-thal in India.
In β-thalassemia, point mutations in the β-globin gene are largely responsible for either decreased or no β-globin synthesis. The β-globin gene has three exons and two introns. The molecular characterization of β-thalassemia is absolutely necessary for carrier screening, for genetic counseling, and
Contaxt: Every year in India 6000 to 8000 children are born with thalassaemia major. The birth of such a child produces considerable physical and economic strain on the affected child, its family and the community at large. Thus, the emphasis must shift from the treatment to the prevention of such