PBS Sickle Cell

A disease in which red blood cells are mis-shaped and clog capillaries.

• leukemia

• heart disease

• sickle-cell anemia

• hemophilia

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Delivers oxygen to your body cells. Made in bone marrow.

• white blood cell

• red blood cell

• respiratory system

• lungs

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Sickle shaped cells are problematic because:

• they cause extreme weight gain

• they can pile up and clog blood vessels

• they are unable to fight off disease

• they can lead to cancer

Answer explanation

Sickled cells can pile up and clog blood vessels, which means oxygen isn't getting to the cells in the body.

What is the primary cause of sickle cell anemia?

• Genetic mutation in the hemoglobin gene

• Bacterial infection

• Vitamin deficiency

• Autoimmune disorder

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Which of the following is a common symptom of sickle cell anemia?

• Frequent headaches

• Joint pain

• High blood pressure

• Skin rash

How is sickle cell anemia inherited?

• Through a dominant gene

• Through a recessive gene

• Through a viral infection

• Through environmental factors

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What shape do red blood cells take in sickle cell anemia?

• Round

• Oval

• Sickle-shaped

• Square

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Which test is commonly used to diagnose sickle cell anemia?

• Complete blood count (CBC)

• Hemoglobin electrophoresis

• Liver function test

• Urinalysis

What is the main function of hemoglobin in red blood cells?

• Transporting oxygen

• Fighting infections

• Clotting blood

• Digesting nutrients

Which organ is primarily affected by sickle cell anemia due to blocked blood flow?

• Heart

• Liver

• Spleen

• Kidneys