UK Medicines Information
Baby at risk of having thalassaemia: description in brief
Information type:
Patient decision aids
Source:
Public Health England
Specialities:
Haematological disorders | Paediatric and neonatal medicine
Summary
This updated patient information leaflet explains the risks for a foetus when both parents carry an unusual haemoglobin gene, at least one of which is for thalassaemia.
UKMi comment
A separate leaflet for expectant fathers has also been issued.
Related links:
Sickle cell and thalassaemia screening: information for fathers