Table 1.
The mean of hematological indices among beta-thalassemia and alpha-beta-thalassemia carriers
| Parameters | Mean1±SD | Mean2±SD |
|---|---|---|
| Hb (g/dl) | 12.4±1.8 | 13.1 ± 2.0 |
| RBC (106/ul) | 6.10±0.7 | 6.12±0.7 |
| MCV (fl) | 63.2±5.0 | 65.4±6.1 |
| MCH (pg) | 20.3±2.0 | 20.9±2.2 |
| HbA2 (%) | 5.3±0.7 | 5.2±0.7 |
1.
The mean values with standard deviations for 100 beta-thal carriers without any common alpha deletion are shown in this column for specific parameters
2.
The mean values with standard deviations for 43 individuals with coinheritance of common alpha deletion and beta-thal mutation are shown in this column for specific parameters