Glycosylated Hemoglobin Levels Among Non-Diabetic Children With Sickle Cell Anemia At Muhimbili National Hospital. A Case For Establishing Normal Values
Abstract:BackgroundImprovement in the management of children with SCA, has led to increase in their lifespan. However, the increased lifespan, has been accompanied with emergence of various endocrinopathies such as Diabetes mellitus (DM).Glycosylated Hemoglobin (HbA1c) levels have been found to be lower in children with SCA compared to children without SCA in various studies. This can lead to missed children with DM hence delaying their treatment. There is a need to establish normal ranges of HbA1c levels corresponding… Show more
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