What is Thalassemia Anemia?
Thalassemia anemia is a recessive genetic condition found in people of Mediterranean descent. A large family of related conditions are known collectively as thalassemias, and these conditions can take a number of forms. In some regions where these conditions are endemic, governments have strongly recommended blood testing to identify carriers and make thalassemia anemia less common, and to identify cases early in pregnancy so that the appropriate supportive care can be provided.
