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thalassemiamajor

 

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Thalassemia Major

Definition:

Thalassemia Major, also known as Cooley's anemia, is a severe genetic blood disorder characterized by the production of abnormal hemoglobin molecules. It is typically inherited when both parents carry the thalassemia trait.

Sense 1: Noun

- A genetic blood disorder that causes the body to produce abnormal red blood cells.

- The most severe form of thalassemia, resulting in significant anemia and requiring regular blood transfusions.

Sample Sentence:

My younger sister has thalassemia major and receives blood transfusions every month.

Sense 2: Adjective

- Referring to the condition or characteristics associated with thalassemia major.

Sample Sentence:

The child's growth has been severely affected due to thalassemia major.

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