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Characteristics of the HU-treated and untreated HbSS patients and healthy (HbAA) subjects.
| Characteristics | HU-treated HbSS | HU-untreated HbSS | Healthy control (HbAA) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of subjects | 19 | 17 | 20 |
| Gender (Male/Female) | 8/11 | 7/10 | 9/11 |
| Age ± SD (year) | 14.5 ± 4.3 | 14.5 ± 6.1 | 9.7 ± 6.7 |
| Weight ± SD (kg) | 36 ± 7.1 | 31.5 ± 11.8 | 36.1 ± 14.6 |
| Height ± SD (cm) | 146.9 ± 15.3 | 127.8 ± 25.5 | 146.3 ± 15.0 |
