Question
Pathology Question on Hematology
A child presents with recurrent chest infections and abdominal pain. There is a history of 1 blood transfusion in the past. On examination, he had icterus and mild splenomegaly. Electrophoresis shows increased HbA2, HbF, and S spike. What is the likely diagnosis?
A
Beta thalassemia
B
HbC disease
C
Sickle cell disease
D
Acute coronary disease
Answer
Beta thalassemia
Explanation
Solution
The correct option is (A) : Beta thalassemia