HbS PROTECTION FROM MALARIA: A REAPPRAISAL
A protective effect by some Hbpathies against incidence and severity of malaria has been known for long time. Recent investigations have highlighted possible mechanisms for this effect, with special regard to Haemoglobin S ( HbS) and related clinical forms. Some protection is afforded by genetic...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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PAGEPress Publications
2014-08-01
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Series: | Mediterranean Journal of Hematology and Infectious Diseases |
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Online Access: | https://mjhid.org/index.php/mjhid/article/view/1684 |