Description
Overview of common hemoglobin variants and thalassemia, with a focus on testing modalities and an approach for testing interpretation.
Objectives
1 : utilize a practical approach to the investigation of hemoglobinopathies.
2 : describe various testing modalities used.
3 : list implications of common hemoglobinopathies.
4 : recognize normal results through childhood and adult, as well as identify common variants.
5 : demonstrate when to refer samples to a reference lab for further investigation.
Target Audience
Residents
CanMEDS Roles
Medical Expert (the integrating role)
Health Advocate
Scholar
