Hematology and Infectious Diseases

Hemoglobinopathies and Sickle Cell Disease

Hemoglobinopathies are a group of genetic disorders that affect hemoglobin, the protein responsible for carrying oxygen in red blood cells. Sickle cell disease (SCD) is one of the most well-known hemoglobinopathies.

• Hemoglobin Structure and Function
• Types of Hemoglobinopathies
• Sickle Cell Disease (SCD): Focus on SCD as a prominent example of hemoglobinopathy.
• Diagnosis and Screening
• Treatment and Management
• Complications and Quality of Life
• Prevention and Genetic Counseling