A member asked:

What will be the result of our current and future baby bcoz my husband have e trait and i've beta thalassemia minor.

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See below: 25 % (1 in 4) chance with each pregnancy of having a child with HGB e/beta thal disease. It is a lifelong illness that can result in serious health problems. Possible outcomes with pregnancy: 25 % chance of having child w/hgb e trait 25 % chance of having child w/beta thal minor/trait 25 % chance of having child hemoglobin e/beta thal disease 25 % chance of having child w/o trait/disease.

Answered 12/28/2014

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Is e trait and beta thalassemia minor same?

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