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  • Genetics
  • Hematology
  • Molecular Diagnostics

Background:

  • Intractable hemolytic anemia requires precise molecular diagnosis for effective family management.
  • Next-generation sequencing (NGS) offers a comprehensive approach to identifying genetic causes of blood disorders.

Observation:

  • A Chinese family presented with obscure hemolytic anemia.
  • NGS analysis of a 600-gene panel identified a novel homozygous mutation in the PKLR gene (NM_000298: exon 6: c.T941C: p.I314T), confirming pyruvate kinase deficiency.

Findings:

  • The novel PKLR gene mutation was identified as the cause of pyruvate kinase deficiency.
  • Prenatal diagnosis was successfully performed on amniotic fluid during the second trimester.
  • Hematopoietic stem cell transplantation from a sibling resulted in normal hematopoiesis for the proband.

Implications:

  • NGS is an effective tool for molecular diagnosis of intractable hemolytic anemia.
  • Genetic characterization and genotype-phenotype correlation are crucial for clinical management.
  • Identification of specific mutations facilitates prenatal diagnosis and family-centered treatment strategies.