hemoglobinopathies
Hemoglobinopathies refer to a group of inherited disorders affecting the structure or production of hemoglobin, the protein responsible for carrying oxygen in red blood cells. These disorders can cause various abnormalities in the shape, size, or function of red blood cells, leading to complications such as anemia and impaired oxygen delivery throughout the body.
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