In the Case of Sickle Cell Anemia, the Slight Alterations

question 1

Multiple Choice

In the case of sickle cell anemia, the slight alterations in the DNA of red blood cells lead to

• A) defects in the membranes of these cells.
• B) changes in the structure of the protein hemoglobin.
• C) poor use of glucose for energy.
• D) inability of the cells to make protein.

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