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The traditional method for detecting sickle cell anaemia is the so-called solubility test. However, this test does not distinguish between patients with sickle cell anaemia and mere carriers of the gene for the disease. The solubility test is also a false negative in newborns and young infants. Unfortunately, only very expensive tests such as...

We received a grant from Novartis Czech Republic and purchased a new ultrasound machine. We will use this device to perform preventive monitoring of blood flow through cerebral arteries in patients with sickle cell anaemia. In case of deterioration of this flow, we will be able to intervene early by administering blood transfusions and starting...

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