There Are No Normal Alpha Hemoglobin Chains in a Person

question 2

True/False

There are no normal alpha hemoglobin chains in a person with sickle cell anemia.

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Definitions:

Left Coronary Artery

The artery that supplies blood to the left side of the heart, critical for providing oxygen-rich blood to the heart muscle.

Peripheral Edema

Peripheral edema is the swelling of tissues, usually in the lower limbs, due to the accumulation of fluid, often indicating underlying health conditions.

Jugular Vein

A large vein in the neck that carries blood from the head back to the heart; often observed in medical assessments for signs of heart failure.

Crackles

Abnormal lung sounds heard through a stethoscope, typically indicating fluid in the airways.