thalassaemia
US /ˌθæl.əˈsiː.mi.ə/
UK /ˌθæl.əˈsiː.mi.ə/
名詞
地中海貧血, 珠蛋白生成障礙性貧血
a group of inherited blood disorders characterized by the body making an abnormal form or inadequate amount of hemoglobin, resulting in large numbers of red blood cells being destroyed, which leads to anemia.
範例:
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Early diagnosis of thalassaemia is crucial for effective management.
早期診斷地中海貧血對於有效管理至關重要。
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Patients with severe thalassaemia may require regular blood transfusions.
重度地中海貧血患者可能需要定期輸血。