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[A] The following conclusions are supported by good evidence:Elevated iron stores and iron overload is common among individuals with thalassemia; particularly with thalassemia major because of regular blood transfusion therapy. It also occurs with thalassemia intermedia because of elevated iron absorption. Even with chelation therapy iron levels can be high.
[C] The following conclusions are supported by limited evidence or expert opinion:Individuals with thalassemia are more likely to