Would You Consider the SNP Associated with Sickle-Cell Hemoglobin to Be

question 147

Multiple Choice

Would you consider the SNP associated with sickle-cell hemoglobin to be a risk factor for sickle-cell anemia?

• A)No, because it is a nonsynonymous mutation, not an SNP.
• B)No, because there are many different forms of sickle-cell anemia.
• C)No, because sickle-cell anemia is associated with malaria.
• D)Yes, because individuals homozygous for the SNP have the condition.
• E)Yes, although lifestyle choices are also important in the condition.

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