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Congolese children with sickle cell trait may exhibit glomerular hyperfiltration: A case control study

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The prevalence of sickle cell trait is extremely high in sub‐Saharan Africa. Recent studies have reported the impact of sickle cell carriers on renal function. However, data on renal abnormalities… Click to show full abstract

The prevalence of sickle cell trait is extremely high in sub‐Saharan Africa. Recent studies have reported the impact of sickle cell carriers on renal function. However, data on renal abnormalities in children with sickle cell trait in this part of the world are unknown. In this report, we assess the glomerular function of children with sickle cell trait (SCT).

Keywords: cell trait; children sickle; congolese children; cell; sickle cell

Journal Title: Journal of Clinical Laboratory Analysis
Year Published: 2017

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