Sickle Cell Disease Is Classified as A(an)

question 4

Multiple Choice

Sickle cell disease is classified as a(an) :

• A) Inherited X-linked recessive disorder
• B) Inherited autosomal recessive disorder
• C) Disorder initiated by hypoxemia and acidosis
• D) Disorder that is diagnosed equally in men and women

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Definitions:

Bronchi

The major air passages of the lungs that diverge from the windpipe, providing a pathway for air to reach the lungs.

Carbon Dioxide

It's a transparent, unscented gas formed through the burning of carbon-containing compounds and the act of breathing, which is assimilated by plants in the photosynthesis process.

Bicarbonate Ions

Bicarbonate ions (HCO3-) act as a buffer in biological systems, helping to maintain pH balance in blood and other bodily fluids.

Carbonic Anhydrase

An enzyme that catalyzes the conversion of carbon dioxide and water into carbonic acid, playing a vital role in respiratory gas exchange and pH balance.