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What is the genetic basis of sickle cell anemia?
What is the genetic basis of sickle cell anemia?
What is the genetic basis of sickle cell anemia?
Sickle cell disease (SCD) is a genetic disorder caused by a mutation in both copies of a person's HBB gene. This gene encodes a component of hemoglobin, the oxygen carrying protein in red blood cells. The mutation causes hemoglobin molecules to stick together, creating sickle-shaped red blood cells
Last updated on 19 May 2023
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What are the symptoms of sickle cell anemia?
The symptoms of sickle cell anemia comprises of delayed growth, swelling on hands and feet, episodic pain, frequent infections and vision problems.
Last updated on 19 May 2023
What does having abnormal hemoglobin mean?
If your hemoglobin test determines that your count is either low or high then you have abnormal hemoglobin levels.Abnormal hemoglobins result from mutations that change the sequence or number of nucleotides within the globin gene involved
Last updated on 19 May 2023
What are the treatments for sickle cell anemia in India?
Stem cell transplant and bone marrow transplant are the best treatment methods in India to treat sickle cell anemia.
Last updated on 19 May 2023
What is the difference between sickle cell and blood cancer?
Both are diffrent while leukemia (blood cancer) is a type of cancer which involves uncontrolled cell division. On the contrary, sickle cell anemia is an abnormality in red blood cells. (due to lack of red blood cells).
Last updated on 19 May 2023
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