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What are sickle cells?
What are sickle cells?
What are sickle cells?
Sickle cells are red blood cells which look like sickle that cuts wheat. It is an inherited disorder which affects the oxygen carrying capacity in the body.
Last updated on 09 Dec 2024
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How is the sickle cell disease inherited?
Sickle cell gene is inherited from both the parents. 1 set from mother and 1 set from father. This usually happens when both parents are "carriers" of the sickle cell gene, also known as having the sickle cell trait.
Last updated on 09 Dec 2024
What does having abnormal hemoglobin mean?
If your hemoglobin test determines that your count is either low or high then you have abnormal hemoglobin levels.Abnormal hemoglobins result from mutations that change the sequence or number of nucleotides within the globin gene involved
Last updated on 09 Dec 2024
Can children with the sickle cell disease swim?
Yes, children with sickle cell can swim but in temperrature controlled pools only. They should avoid normal pools as moving from hot to cold water may cause pain crisis and blockages which is harmful for people with sickle cell anemia.
Last updated on 09 Dec 2024
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