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Marked regional variations in the prevalence of sickle cell disease and β-thalassemia in Saudi Arabia: findings from the premarital screening and genetic counseling program

General Info

Geography 
Saudi Arabia (SAU)
Coverage type 
Country
Time period covered 
January, 2004 - December, 2009
Data type
Scientific literature
Keywords 
Blood disorders, Prevalence, Sickle cell disorders, Thalassemias

Citation

Authors 
Memish ZA, Owaidah TM, Saeedi MY
Journal 
J Epidemiol Glob Health
Pages 
61-8
Publication year 
2011
Suggested citation 
Memish ZA, Owaidah TM, Saeedi MY. Marked regional variations in the prevalence of sickle cell disease and β-thalassemia in Saudi Arabia: findings from the premarital screening and genetic counseling program. J Epidemiol Glob Health. 2011; 1(1): 61-8.
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