Publications by authors named "Marcondes J Sobreira"
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Synopsis of recent research by authors named "Marcondes J Sobreira"
- Marcondes J Sobreira's research primarily focuses on genetic factors and their implications in hemoglobinopathies, particularly sickle cell anemia, exploring both the functional characteristics of hemoglobin variants and their clinical effects.
- Recent findings include the characterization of the compound heterozygosity of Hb S and Hb Deer Lodge in Brazil, indicating enhanced oxygen affinity without clinical symptoms, which adds to the understanding of phenotypic variations in hemoglobinopathies.
- Additionally, his studies investigate genetic polymorphisms, such as UGT1A1 promoter variations, in relation to hyperbilirubinemia and gallstone formation in sickle cell anemia patients, highlighting the importance of genetic background on disease progression and associated complications.