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Haemoglobin E carrier: description in brief

Information for pregnant women to understand what it means to be a haemoglobin E carrier.

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A blood test can identify adults who carry the gene for haemoglobin E.

This publication explains about being a carrier and how this can affect an individual and their family.

It explains:

  • what a haemoglobin E carrier is
  • possible conditions children could inherit from a carrier
  • genetic inheritance for haemoglobin disorders
  • what the result means for other people in the family

Refer to how to print digital leaflets if you need to provide a copy of this guidance for someone who cannot access the internet.

Contact the PHE Screening helpdesk with any queries about this publication, making sure you include its full title.

Published 1 January 2012
Last updated 2 October 2020 + show all updates
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