Molecular Analysis in Factor XIIIA Deficiency

Thromb Haemost 1995; 73(05): 895
DOI: 10.1055/s-0038-1653890

Letters to the Editor

Schattauer GmbH Stuttgart

Molecular Analysis in Factor XIII_A Deficiency

S Aslam

Molecular Haematology Unit, Department of Haematology, Bristol Royal Infirmary, Bristol, UK
G R Standen

Molecular Haematology Unit, Department of Haematology, Bristol Royal Infirmary, Bristol, UK

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