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  • Hematology
  • Human Genetics
  • Molecular Biology

Background:

  • Beta- and delta-globin gene mutations can affect hematological profiles.
  • Understanding delta-globin gene mutations is crucial for accurate diagnosis and genetic counseling.
  • The Greek Cypriot population's genetic landscape regarding globin mutations requires further elucidation.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To identify delta-globin gene mutations in the Greek Cypriot population.
  • To determine the frequencies of these mutations.
  • To correlate identified mutations with Hemoglobin A2 (Hb A2) levels.

Main Methods:

  • Analysis of 74 samples from a random population sample of 5,030 individuals.
  • Mining of a Molecular Genetics Thalassaemia Department database for diagnostic data.
  • Identification and characterization of delta-globin gene mutations.

Main Results:

  • Eleven delta-globin alleles were identified in the Greek Cypriot population, including four novel mutations: -30 (T-->C), Hb A2-Wrens, IVS-I-2 (T-->C), and Hb A2-Yokoshima.
  • Hb A2-Yialousa (60.7%) and codon 4 (17.8%) were the most frequent mutations.
  • Hb A2 levels above 1.9% indicated a low probability of delta-globin gene mutation; levels of 1.7-1.8% suggested a 90.9% probability, and lower levels indicated a 100% probability.

Conclusions:

  • The study established a comprehensive profile of delta-globin gene mutations in the Greek Cypriot population.
  • Specific Hb A2 levels serve as reliable indicators for the presence or absence of delta-globin gene mutations.
  • The findings contribute to improved diagnostic strategies and genetic counseling for hemoglobinopathies in this population.