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Does having high rbc from thalassemia trait(minor) increase your chances of a stroke?why?

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Dr. Hiep Le answered

Specializes in Nephrology and Dialysis

No, it does not because the blood viscosity does not increase due to small red cell size. The risk of stroke or TIA only increases when hematocrit (Hct) is high (above 55%).

Answered 10/25/2022

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No.

Answered 11/5/2022

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