Thalassemia (Beta-Thalassemia)

Abstract

Thalassemia is an inherited blood disorder characterized by less oxygen carrying protein (Haemoglobin) and fever red blood cells in the body than normal. There are mainly two types of thalassemia i.e. Alpha and Beta thalassemia about 1-5% of the global population 80-90 million people are the carrier of ß thalassemia which is major concern. In this review article fundamental aspects about thalassemia, it’s history is discussed. This review also focuses upon the types of ß thalassemia, pathophysiology, mechanism of transmission, diagnosis of ß thalassemia . Finally various treatment strategies and future aspects are addressed.