GSTM1 and hemoglobinopathy: •Utilization of a haemoglobin electrophoresis reader allows for fast and reliable identification•Swift quantification of various haemoglobin types including Hb A (normal), Hb S (sickle cell), Hb F (fetal), and Hb A2/C/E•Enables clinicians to discern relative concentrations of haemoglobin variants promptly•Facilitates comprehensive assessments crucial for precise diagnosis and tailored treatment strategies, particularly in hemoglobinopathies such as sickle cell disease