Important points to remember
Who should undergo a blood test for Thalassaemia Minor:
- Youngsters who are not married: It is crucial to know your Thalassaemia status before getting married to ensure informed family planning.
- Those who are married and planning to have a child: Even if you have already had children, testing is essential before planning more children to understand the genetic risk.
Timing and frequency of testing:
- The blood test can be performed at any age, but it is typically recommended to be done once in a person’s lifetime to determine Thalassaemia carrier status.
Importance of testing for both partners:
- If you are found to be a Thalassaemia Minor, it is equally important for your spouse or spouse-to-be to undergo testing. This helps assess the risk of passing Thalassaemia genes to offspring.
Assurance when one partner is not a Thalassaemia Minor:
- If only one partner in a marriage is identified as Thalassaemia Minor, there is generally no significant concern regarding Thalassaemia in their children.
Considerations when both partners are Thalassaemia Minor:
- If both partners are confirmed as Thalassaemia Minor, it is advisable to consider prenatal testing if they intend to have children. This testing helps determine the risk of having a child with Thalassaemia Major, which is a more severe form of the disorder.
The Parents’ Association Thalassemic is the national non –profit health organization dedicated to serving patients afflicted with various forms of Thalassaemia most notably the major forms of this generic blood disease
