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Why do they test CBC when pregnant?
1 about thalassemia trait we can check from CBC , OF and DCIP 2 about iron deficiency during pregnant coz in this time the baby take iron from they mum too ..we can know it from CBC ,% hemoglobin , MCV and blood smear picture
Does thalassemia minor cause dizziness?
Yes. Thalassemia minor can cause someone to be anemic (reduced hemoglobin concentration or red blood cell count). One of the many symptoms of anemia is vertigo or dizziness.Most people with thalassemia minor do not exhibit symptoms. Typically, differences can only be perceived when engaging in strenuous activities or exercise. There is currently no 'recommended' treatment for thalassemia minor because of this, but prescription medications, genetic therapies, or blood transfusions can be pursued if symptoms worsen.If you go to the doctor for this, expect to have another blood test to reassess your Complete Blood Count (CBC) which is a basic lab test for anemic individuals.NOTE: Thalassemia minor can severely worsen in pregnant women, who may need to take Iron/Folate/Vitamin B12 supplements.
How do you diagnose thalssemia?
I have this trait, I was diagnose by my doctor that sent off test. It is rare here I think more from the meteraininan. My pawpaw, my mom, me, and my daughter have this trait. My brother did not. Alot of people will not even know they have it, your cell are not shaped regular and you have more of either the red or white than supposed too. You really are is any danger, I just have learned that your blood/ iron will never be as high as a normal person's. always at or below 10? You have annemia and are always tired or wore out than most people, You are NOT suppose to take and kind of Iron or vitamins with iron in them because our bodies can not release it, it just build up/ poisioning us. You CAN eat Greens and stuff high with iron, that is what you need to build your blood and to make you feel better, You just don't need to take it in a pill and if you do not regular like you would a vitamin as your body will collect the iron. If you plan on having a kid be sure to have you husband check to make sure that he don't have the thalssemia trait because if he does and you do too then you have a great chance of having a child with full blown thalassemia which with full blown thalassemia your life expectancing is maybe midlife and life long blood tranfusions till then as with JUST the trait (which if you only have then most likley one of your kids will) then your child's only symptom will be annemia/ low blood/ and needs to eat foods high in iron. When I was pregnant I had to get blood tranfusions twice because my blood dropped dangeruosly low, I stayed drained and tired. Hope this helps. I guess black people have sickle cell and white people have this.
When iron oxide is made does the iron take the oxygen out of the water or out of the air?
It takes the oxygen from air because without the presence of air, iron cannot turn into ferric oxide. The iron first reacts with air and then reacts with water to form rust.
What raw materials are used in iron?
You cannot make iron as it is an element. Iron is a raw material itself
How thing rust?
Rusting is the process of formation of Iron Oxides on meatls most commonly Iron. Rusting can only take place in presence of three things : IRon , Water , and Air or Oxygen. If even one of these is absent rusting cannot occur.
Can you take iron pills with your perd?
can i take iron pills with my perd
What are slogans for iron the element?
you can wipe out your entire hard drive
What do you do to a magnet to get it to take iron from nonmetals?
A iron nail
Can you take calcium and iron together?
I am no expert in taking medicine but I do have some information for you. I suggest you ask your local doctor if a multivitamin calcium and iron supplement can be taken at the same time. If you don't ask for advice, it could cause you problems in future. Depending on your condition your doctor will advise you and help you choose the right medicine
What is the difference between a dominant trait and a recessive trait?
A dominate trait will most likely take over the recessive.
Thalassemia?
DefinitionThalassemia is a blood disorder passed down through families (inherited) in which the body makes an abnormal form of hemoglobin, the protein in red blood cells that carries oxygen. The disorder results in excessive destruction of red blood cells, which leads to anemia.See also:Hemolytic anemiaSickle cell diseaseAlternative NamesMediterranean anemia; Cooley's anemia; Beta thalassemia; Alpha thalassemiaCauses, incidence, and risk factorsHemoglobin is made of two proteins: Alpha globin and beta globin. Thalassemia occurs when there is a defect in a gene that helps control production of one of these proteins.There are two main types of thalassemia:Alpha thalassemia occurs when a gene or genes related to the alpha globin protein are missing or changed (mutated).Beta thalassemia occurs when similar gene defects affect production of the beta globin protein.Alpha thalassemias occur most commonly in persons from southeast Asia, the Middle East, China, and in those of African descent.Beta thalassemias occur in persons of Mediterranean origin, and to a lesser extent, Chinese, other Asians, and African Americans.There are many forms of thalassemia. Each type has many different subtypes. Both alpha and beta thalassemia include the following two forms:Thalassemia majorThalassemia minorYou must inherit the defective gene from both parents to develop thalassemia major.Thalassemia minor occurs if you receive the defective gene from only one parent. Persons with this form of the disorder are carriers of the disease and usually do not have symptoms.Beta thalassemia major is also called Cooley's anemia.Risk factors for thalassemia include:Asian, Chinese, Mediterranean, or African American ethnicityFamily history of the disorderSymptomsThe most severe form of alpha thalassemia major causes stillbirth (death of the unborn baby during birth or the late stages of pregnancy).Children born with thalessemia major (Cooley's anemia) are normal at birth, but develop severe anemia during the first year of life.Other symptoms can include:Bone deformities in the faceFatigueGrowth failureShortness of breathYellow skin (jaundice)Persons with the minor form of alpha and beta thalassemia have small red blood cells (which are identified by looking at their red blood cells under a microscope), but no symptoms.Signs and testsA physical exam may reveal a swollen (enlarged) spleen.A blood sample will be taken and sent to a laboratory for examination.Red blood cells will appear small and abnormally shaped when looked at under a microscope.A complete blood count (CBC) reveals anemia.A test called hemoglobin electrophoresisshows the presence of an abnormal form of hemoglobin.A test called mutational analysis can help detect alpha thalassemia that cannot be seen with hemoglobin electrophoresis.TreatmentTreatment for thalassemia major often involves regular blood transfusions and folate supplements.If you receive blood transfusions, you should not take iron supplements. Doing so can cause a high amount of iron to build up in the body, which can be harmful.Persons who receive significant numbers of blood transfusions need a treatment called chelation therapy to remove excess iron from the body.Bone marrow transplant may help treat the disease in some patients, especially children.Expectations (prognosis)Severe thalassemia can cause early death due to heart failure a, usually between ages 20 and 30. Frequent blood transfusions with therapy to remove iron from the body helps improve the outcome.Less severe forms of thalassemia usually do not result in a shorter life span.ComplicationsUntreated, thalassemia major leads to heart failure and liver problems, and makes a person more likely to develop infections.Blood transfusions can help control some symptoms, but may result in too much iron which can damage the heart, liver, and endocrine system.Calling your health care providerCall for an appointment with your health care provider if:You or your child has symptoms of thalassemiaYou are being treated for the disorder and new symptoms developPreventionGenetic counseling and prenatal screening may be available to those with a family history of this condition who are planning to have children.ReferencesGiardina PJ, Forget BG. Thalassemia syndromes. In: Hoffman R, Benz EJ, Shattil SS, et al., eds. Hematology: Basic Principles and Practice. 5th ed. Philadelphia, Pa: Elsevier Churchill Livingstone; 2008:chap 41.DeBaun MR, Vichinsky E. Hemoglobinopathies. In: Kliegman RM, Behrman RE, Jenson HB, Stanton BF, eds. Nelson Textbook of Pediatrics. 18th ed. Philadelphia, Pa: Saunders Elsevier; 2007:chap 462.
