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hereditary spherocytosis type 5

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A hereditary spherocytosis that has_material_basis_in a mutation of the EPB42 gene on chromosome 15q15.2.

Signs and symptoms

  • Reticulocytosis
  • Splenomegaly
  • Jaundice
  • Increased red cell osmotic fragility
  • Spherocytosis
  • Hemolytic anemia
  • Abnormal leukocyte count
  • Abnormal platelet count

Also known as: HS5; SPH5; hereditary spherocytosis 5