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Abnormal Newborn Screening Results and Additional Testing
If your baby’s newborn screening results are abnormal, your baby may need to have another test to confirm the result. It is important to have quick follow-up testing. The Utah Newborn Screening Program will contact you and your child’s pediatrician with follow-up recommendations.
The Hematology Clinic at Primary Children’s Hospital cares for babies diagnosed with Hemoglobin Disorders.
About Hemoglobin C, D, and E Disorders
Hemoglobin C Disease (Hb CC) usually does not cause health problems other than a low blood count or anemia. The anemia that develops is mild and rarely interferes with everyday life. However, some may develop infections, enlarged spleen, increased risk for gallstones, episodes of joint pain, and increased risk for infection.
Hemoglobin D Disease (Hb DD) usually does not cause health problems other than a low blood count or anemia and treatment is not usually needed. However, some may develop an enlarged spleen and would need treatment at that time.
Hemoglobin E Disease (Hb EE) usually does not cause health problems other than a low blood count or anemia and requires no treatment. Some individuals may develop an enlarged spleen.
Although these conditions do not tend to cause health problems, consultation with Pediatric Hematology is recommended.
Frequency
Hemoglobin C Disease affects 2-3 % of the African American population in the U.S.
Hemoglobin D is the fourth most common hemoglobin variant and developed as a response to the selective pressure of malaria. It is most common amongst people of India, Pakistan, England, Ireland, Holland, Australia, China, Iran, and Turkey descent. Hemoglobin D Disease is rare and a relatively mild disease.
Hemoglobin E is the second most common hemoglobin variant after sickle cell (HbS) and is common in South-East Asia, where its prevalence can reach 30-40% in some parts of Thailand, Cambodia, and Laos.
Condition Type
Hemoglobin C, D, and E Disorders are types of Hemoglobin Disorders.
Also Known As
HB C, Hb D, Hb E