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sickle cell trait is caused by two recessive alleles - meaning both partns must give resessive trait DNA o their child. - sickle cell anemia dose not have a benefit - or if it dose it is out waysd by the fact that people with sickle cell have very low blood oxygen as their blood cellsare dis-formed. however, if there is only one allele- ie they have A and b alleles for sickle cell. then they are more immune to malaria. a deadly parasite passed by misquotes in tropical countries.

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What is the sickle cell trait of sickle cell anemia?

The sickle cell trait is that you dont have the whole thing you have half of it which is called the trait


What is sickle cell in white people called?

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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?

Today, approximately one in 12 African Americans has sickle cell trait


Is sickle cell anemia recessive or dominant?

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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?

If a person does not carry the Sickle cell trait and they marry some one with the trait. The child that comes from that relationship can never have sickle cell disease, however that child has a chance of having the sickle trait.


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.


Does sicklecell trait cause tiredness?

Sickle cell trait typically does not cause tiredness on its own. However, individuals with sickle cell trait may experience fatigue or tiredness if they have other medical conditions, are not managing their trait effectively, or have complications related to sickle cell trait. It's important for individuals with sickle cell trait to consult with their healthcare provider for proper management and guidance.


How long are you expected to live with a sickle cell trait?

Sickle cell trait should have no problems and should have a normal life expectancy


what if the father has sickle trait, does that mean the baby will have it?

If one parent has sickle cell trait and the other parent has the normal type of hemoglobin, there is a 50% (1 in 2) chance with EACH pregnancy that the baby will be born with sickle cell trait.


Can you catch sickle cell trait from kissing?

No, sickle cell trait is a genetic condition that is inherited from one's parents and is not spread through kissing or any other form of casual contact. It is important to understand the genetic basis of sickle cell trait and discuss any concerns with a healthcare provider.


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.