Abstract

SINCE the discovery by Smithies1 of the polymorphic character of haptoglobins a widespread interest has arisen in the distribution of haptoglobin, types among various ethnic groups. In this connexion Easter Island natives, who represent a maritime isolate in Eastern Polynesia, 2,000 miles from the coast of South America, are of particular interest.

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