delta beta-thalassemia

Term ID

DOID:0080773

Synonyms

Definition

A beta thalassemia that is characterized by decreased or absent synthesis of both the delta- and beta-globin chains, which leads to a compensatory increase in fetal gamma-chain synthesis. This disorder results in a microcytic anemia that is clinically mild. (2)

References

• NCI:C172823
• ORDO:231237

Ontology

Human Disease   ( DOID:0080773 )