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Can thalassemia be diagnosed with a simple blood test?
Can thalassemia be diagnosed with a simple blood test?
Can thalassemia be diagnosed with a simple blood test?
No, a genetic test can reveal thallasemia
Last updated on 20 Feb 2023
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