Prevalence and genetic analysis of thalassemia in childbearing age population of Hainan, The Free Trade Island in Southern China

Abstract

Our study revealed the high prevalence and extensive molecular spectrum of thalassemia in childbearing age population of Hainan, suggesting thalassemia in Hainan ranks second in prevalence among all regions in China. The findings will be useful for genetic counseling and prevention of thalassemia.