Medical EditorDr. Nicholas Bush MBBS BSc (Hons)
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Last Updated: 8 August 2024
Medical EditorDr. Nicholas Bush MBBS BSc (Hons)
2 min read
Last Updated: 8 August 2024
HBB Gene
The HBB gene is responsible for producing the beta-globin subunit of haemoglobin. Mutations in the HBB gene can lead to blood disorders like sickle cell anaemia and beta thalassemia. It is located on chromosome 11 and its proper function is essential for effective oxygen transport in the body.
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