What is the term for the condition where there is an imbalance between the production of alpha-globin and beta-globin chains, leading to the formation of abnormal hemoglobin?

A Thalassemia
B Sickle Cell Anemia
C Anemia of Chronic Disease
D Iron Deficiency Anemia
Thalassemia is a condition where there is an imbalance between the production of alpha-globin and beta-globin chains, leading to the formation of abnormal hemoglobin.
Harrison's Principles of Internal Medicine
Hematology Hematology: Hemoglobin and Oxygen Transport Hematology: Hemoglobin and Oxygen Transport Hard MEDICAL Confidence: high