Why Do Carriers for Sickle Cell Anemia Have a Genetic

question 60

Multiple Choice

Why do carriers for sickle cell anemia have a genetic advantage in some situations over those who are not carriers?

• A) because carriers have the ability to carry more oxygen in their blood
• B) because carriers have increased resistance to malaria
• C) because carriers have hyperactive immune systems
• D) because carriers have lower blood pressure

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