Sickle Cell Anemia I

question 26

Multiple Choice

Sickle cell anemia I.is caused by mutation in the human gene that codes for a protein expressed in the red blood cells.
II) is a genetic disease,inheritable from one's parents.
III) can cause red blood cells to become sickle shaped.
IV) can clog organs,reducing their blood supplies.

• A)I and II only
• B)I and III only
• C)I,II,and III only
• D)I,II,III,and IV

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