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Hemoglobin C disease is a blood disorder passed down through families. It leads to a type of anemia, which occurs when red blood cells break down earlier than normal.
Alternative NamesClinical hemoglobin C
Causes, incidence, and risk factorsHemoglobin C is an abnormal type of hemoglobin, the protein in red blood cells that carries oxygen. It is a type of hemoglobinopathy. The disease is caused by problem with a gene called beta globin.
The disease most often occurs in African Americans. You are more likely to have hemoglobin C disease if someone in your family has had it.
SymptomsMost people do not have symptoms. Occasionally, jaundice may occur. Some persons with this disease may develop gallstones that require treatment.
Signs and testsPhysical examination may show an enlarged spleen.
Tests that may be done include:
- Complete blood count
- Hemoglobin electrophoresis
- Peripheral blood smear
- Blood hemoglobin
Usually no treatment is needed. Folic acid supplementation may help your body produce normal red blood cells and improve the symptoms of the anemia.
Expectations (prognosis)People with hemoglobin C disease can expect to lead a normal life.
ComplicationsComplications include anemia, gall bladder disease, and enlargement of the spleen.
Calling your health care providerCall your health care provider if you have symptoms of hemoglobin C disease.
PreventionGenetic counseling may be appropriate for high-risk couples who wish to have a baby.
ReferencesSteinberg MH. Sickle cell disease and associated hemoglobinopathies. In: Goldman L, Ausiello D, eds. Cecil Medicine. 23rd ed. Philadelphia, Pa: Saunders Elsevier; 2007:chap 167.
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∙ 12y agoHemoglobin C disease is a blood disorder passed down through families. It leads to a type of anemia, which occurs when red blood cells break down earlier than normal.
Alternative NamesClinical hemoglobin C
Causes, incidence, and risk factorsHemoglobin C is an abnormal type of hemoglobin, the protein in red blood cells that carries oxygen. It is a type of hemoglobinopathy. The disease is caused by problem with a gene called beta globin.
The disease most often occurs in African Americans. You are more likely to have hemoglobin C disease if someone in your family has had it.
SymptomsMost people do not have symptoms. Occasionally, jaundice may occur. Some persons with this disease may develop gallstones that require treatment.
Signs and testsPhysical examination may show an enlarged spleen.
Tests that may be done include:
- Complete blood count
- Hemoglobin electrophoresis
- Peripheral blood smear
- Blood hemoglobin
Usually no treatment is needed. Folic acid supplementation may help your body produce normal red blood cells and improve the symptoms of the anemia.
Expectations (prognosis)People with hemoglobin C disease can expect to lead a normal life.
ComplicationsComplications include anemia, gall bladder disease, and enlargement of the spleen.
Calling your health care providerCall your health care provider if you have symptoms of hemoglobin C disease.
PreventionGenetic counseling may be appropriate for high-risk couples who wish to have a baby.
ReferencesSteinberg MH. Sickle cell disease and associated hemoglobinopathies. In: Goldman L, Schafer AI, eds. Cecil Medicine. 24th ed. Philadelphia, Pa: Saunders Elsevier; 2011:chap 166.
Reviewed ByReview Date: 02/08/2012
Todd Gersten, MD, Hematology/Oncology, Palm Beach Cancer Institute, West Palm Beach, FL. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network; Linda J. Vorvick, MD, Medical Director and Director of Didactic Curriculum, MEDEX Northwest Division of Physician Assistant Studies, Department of Family Medicine, UW Medicine, School of Medicine, University of Washington. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical Director, A.D.A.M., Inc.
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Is scurvy an infectious diseases or non infectious diseases?
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Hemoglobinopathy?
DefinitionHemoglobinopathy is a group of disorders passed down through families (inherited) in which there is abnormal production or structure of the hemoglobin molecule.Such disorders include hemoglobin C disease, hemoglobin S-C disease, sickle cell anemia, and various types of thalassemia.ReferencesGolan DE. Hemolytic anemias: red cell membrane and metabolic defects. In: Goldman L, Ausiello D, eds. Cecil Medicine. 23rd ed. Philadelphia, Pa: Saunders Elsevier; 2007:chap 165.
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Abnormal hemoglobin in your blood cells. Hemoglobin is a protein in the blood cells that allows the cells to carry oxygen and gives them their red color. The abnormal hemoglobin causes the cells to turn from their usual donut shape to a C or sickle shape.
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Hemoglobin is on RBCs, not WBCs. Hemoglobin picks up CO2 from cells and takes it to the lungs, where it releases CO2 and picks up O2. Anemia can reduce available Hgb in the bloodstream. So can any illness, condition, or disease which affects RBC production.
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