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What are the different types of sickle cell disease and how do they differ from each other?
There are several types of sickle cell disease, including sickle cell anemia, sickle beta thalassemia, and sickle cell-hemoglobin C disease. These types differ based on the specific genetic mutations that affect the hemoglobin protein in red blood cells. Sickle cell anemia is the most common and severe form, where individuals have two copies of the sickle cell gene. Sickle beta thalassemia and sickle cell-hemoglobin C disease are milder forms that result from different combinations of genetic mutations. Symptoms and complications can vary among the different types of sickle cell disease.
How is sickle cell trait different from sickle cell disease and what are the key distinctions between the two conditions?
Sickle cell trait and sickle cell disease are both genetic conditions caused by a mutation in the hemoglobin gene. Sickle cell trait means a person carries one copy of the mutated gene, while sickle cell disease means a person has two copies. The key distinction is that individuals with sickle cell trait usually do not experience symptoms, while those with sickle cell disease can have severe health issues such as pain crises, anemia, and organ damage.
What is an inherited autosomal recessive disorder of the blood where an individuals red blood cells are sickle shaped rather than disk shaped?
C. Sickle-cell anemia
Why do sickle cells change shape and become "sickled" in individuals with sickle cell disease?
Sickle cells change shape and become "sickled" in individuals with sickle cell disease due to a genetic mutation that causes the hemoglobin in red blood cells to form long, rigid structures under certain conditions, leading to the characteristic sickle shape.
Is sickle cell an example of codominance in genetics?
Yes, sickle cell anemia is an example of codominance in genetics.
What do sicklecells look like?
Sickle cells are abnormally shaped red blood cells that resemble a crescent or sickle, rather than the typical round, disc shape of healthy red blood cells. This abnormal shape can cause the cells to become rigid and sticky, leading to blockages in blood vessels and reduced oxygen delivery throughout the body. The sickle shape arises from a mutation in the hemoglobin gene, which affects the structure of the hemoglobin protein within the cells.
Why are sickle cells sickle?
because they can
Is there a straight sickle?
no there is no such thing as a straight sickle
What are the uses of a sickle?
Sickle is used for harvesting.
Where was the sickle first made?
The sickle was made in Ancient Mesopotamia.
What is a genetic autoimmune difficiency in which blood cells look like a sickle It is not sickle cell anemia?
sickle cell anemia
Is sickle cells disease hereditary?
Sickle cell anemia -yes it is hereditary
What is the birth name of Raymond Van Sickle?
Raymond Van Sickle's birth name is Raymond Sullivan Van Sickle.
What is the birth name of Rj Van Sickle?
Rj Van Sickle's birth name is Richard Jeremiah Van Sickle.
What nicknames does Rj Van Sickle go by?
Mark Sickle goes by Shipwreck.
What is sickle cell in white people called?
Sickle Cell....... My son has been diagnosed with sickle cell trait. We are white and the doctors called it Sickle Cell Trait! hope this helps...
What genetic disorder results in abnormally shaped blood?
Spherocytosis
