All of the following are true of ss thalassemia major, except
In thalassemia major there will be marked splenomegaly,hypochromic microcytic anemia and target cells in peripheral smear. osmotic fragility decreases. Reference: GHAI Essential pediatrics, 8th edition
Splenomegaly
Target cells on peripheral smear
Microcytic hypochromic anemia
Increased osmotic fragility
Hematology