Hemoglobin screening: response of a Brazilian community to optional programs

• Main Authors: Antonio Sérgio Ramalho (Author), Roberto Benedito de Paiva e Silva (Author), Rosa Chelminsky Teixeira (Author), Mariane Bernadete Compri (Author)
• Formato: Livro
• Publicado em: Escola Nacional de Saúde Pública, Fundação Oswaldo Cruz.
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The efficiency and the viability of three hemoglobin screening programs were investigated. They were offered on a voluntary basis to a Brazilian population and started with the analysis of blood donors, pregnant women and students. The hemoglobin screening was done through optional exams which inclu...