ISSN:
1432-1203
Source:
Springer Online Journal Archives 1860-2000
Topics:
Biology
,
Medicine
Notes:
Abstract Direct sequencing and restriction enzyme digestion of the polymerase chain reaction (PCR) product encompassing the breakpoint were used to characterize the Sicilian (δβ)∘-thalassemia deletion in 33 unrelated Italian subjects. All cases showed the same sequencing features at the breakpoint region, suggesting a unique origin for this deletion in Italy. We also describe a one-step PCR assay for the rapid screening of homozygotes and carriers of Sicilian (δβ)∘-thalassemia by the simultaneous use of three specific oligonucleotides. This procedure could have an impact on genetic counseling of couples at risk for this type of thalassemia, and with respect to compound heterozygotes bearing a Sicilian chromosome.
Type of Medium:
Electronic Resource
URL:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/BF00201572