Hemoglobin disorders are a group of conditions that are caused by abnormal hemoglobin. Hemoglobin is a protein found in red blood cells. Its job is to carry oxygen to different parts of the body. These disorders are passed down through families.
People with hemoglobin disorders may experience tiredness, pain, a lack of iron in their blood (anemia), and organ damage. Medicine and special medical care can help prevent these problems.
Core Conditions
- Hemoglobin S, Beta Thalassemia (Hgb S/BTh)
- Hemoglobin SS Disease (Hgb SS)
- Hemoglobin S, C Disease (Hemoglobin SC)
Secondary Conditions
- Other Hemoglobinopathies (Variant Hemoglobins)
- Alpha-Thalassemia (Bart's Hgb)*
- Beta-Thalassemia (Beta thalassemia major)*
Hemoglobin Traits
- Hemoglobin C Trait (Carrier) (Hgb FAC)
- Hemoglobin D Trait (Carrier) (Hgb FAD)
- Hemoglobin E Trait (Carrier) (Hgb FAE)
- Hemoglobin S Trait (Carrier) (Hgb FAS)
- Hemoglobin Variant Trait (Hgb FA Other)
- Beta-Thalassemia Trait (Beta thalassemia minor) *
- Alpha-Thalassemia Trait (Alpha thalassemia minor) *
Please note: The disorders with stars(*) are screened for in Connecticut, but are not on the Recommended Uniform Screening Panel. These conditions are legislatively mandated or have a validated screening method.