Which statement below is incorrect regarding thalassemia?

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There is an elevated quantity of globulin chainsRed blood cells are fragile and undergo hemolysisPatients exhibit hypochromic microcytic anemiaSevere anemia accompanied by low platelet count occurs

Explanation

Option A is false because thalassemia does not involve an increase in globulin chain numbers. Instead, it is characterized by defective globin chain production. The other options correctly describe features of thalassemia, including fragile red blood cells leading to hemolysis, the presence of hypochromic microcytic anemia, and severe anemia which may be associated with thrombocytopenia.