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May 19, 2022 · Overview. What is hereditary spherocytosis? Hereditary spherocytosis is an inherited blood disorder that causes hemolytic anemia. This anemia happens when your red blood cells break down faster than normal.
Jul 4, 2023 · Hereditary spherocytosis, a type of congenital hemolytic anemia, is the most prevalent cause of hemolytic anemia due to an abnormal red cell membrane. These atypical erythrocytes are unable to maintain their normal biconcave shape due to genetic mutations in the membrane/cytoskeletal proteins that play a role in structural morphologic stability.
- Edgar A. Zamora, Catherine A. Schaefer
- 2023/07/04
Mar 6, 2023 · Hereditary or congenital spherocytosis is an inherited condition where the red blood cells are spherical instead of the usual disk shape. It can lead to jaundice, hemolytic anemia, and an...
Feb 14, 2024 · Hereditary spherocytosis is a genetic disorder in which the red blood cells (RBCs) are fragile and burst easily. These disc-shaped cells, which have a lifespan of 120 days, contain hemoglobin and...
2 days ago · Hereditary spherocytosis is an inherited abnormality of the red blood cell, caused by defects in structural membrane proteins. It is the most common form of inherited haemolytic anaemia in the US and northern Europe.
Oct 25, 2023 · INTRODUCTION. Although relatively rare, hereditary spherocytosis (HS) is the most common cause of hemolytic anemia due to a red cell membrane defect. It is a result of heterogeneous alterations in one of five genes that encode red blood cell (RBC) membrane proteins involved in vertical associations that link the membrane cytoskeleton to the ...
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Feb 16, 2022 · Spherocytosis affects red blood cell structure, causing anemia and an enlarged spleen. It is usually inherited and it can be managed with treatment.
