What does thalassaemia mean?
A genetic disorder affecting the production of haemoglobin, leading to anaemia. It is caused by mutations in the HBB, HBA1, HBA2, HBD, HBE1, HBG1, and HBG2 genes.
Example
"The patient was diagnosed with beta-thalassaemia, a severe form of the disease that required regular blood transfusions."
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