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No. Instead of being flexible and disc-shaped like normal red blood cells, sickle cells are more stiff and curved in the shape of the old farm tool known as a sickle - that's where the disease gets its name. The shape is similar to a crescent moon.

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How does sickle-cell trait differ from sickle-cell disease?

in sickle cell trait you don't actually have the disease. you are only able to pass the disease to your kids if you marry a person with sickle cell or that also has the trait. sickle cell disease is when you actually have the disease. you can pass it to your kids if you marry someone with the trait or the disease. if you marry someone without a trait or disease then your kids will most likely have the trait.


If Natasha has normal blood cell but marries someone who has sickle cell trace What are the chances of them having a child with sickle cell?

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What is the sickle cell trait of sickle cell anemia?

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The difference between sickle cell trait and sickle cell disease?

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What is sickle cell in white people called?

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Is sickle cell a sex trait?

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Who has a sickle cell trait?

People who inherit one sickle cell gene are said to have sickle cell trait. This means they carry the gene but do not typically have symptoms of sickle cell disease. It is important for individuals with sickle cell trait to be aware of their status for proper medical management and genetic counseling.


How common is the sickle cell trait?

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What is an inherited autosomal recessive disorder of the blood where an individuals red blood cells are sickle shaped rather than disk shaped?

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Is sickle cell anemia recessive or dominant?

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What is it called when a person has two recessive alleles for sickle cell trait?

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Why are people with sickle cell trait resistant to malaria?

Not sure if this is right but could it be because the blood cell does not contain enough oxygen for the parasite to survive?