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What is sickle cell anaemia?
What is sickle cell anaemia?
What is sickle cell anaemia?
Sickle cell anemia 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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Is sickle cell a blood type?
Sickle cell trait is not a type, it is a cell disease. It is an inherited condition in which both hemoglobin A and S are produced in the red blood cells..
Last updated on 19 May 2023
What does it mean to be a sickle cell carrier?
Sickle cell carrier are people those who inherit sickle cell gene and one normal gene. They usually pass on their sickle cell gene to their baby. This passing on makes them a sickle cell carrier.
Last updated on 19 May 2023
Is jaundice a symptom of sickle cell anemia?
Yes, mild jaundice is a symptom of 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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