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

Exploring Sickle Cell Anaemia and Its Genetic Implications

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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
To provide energy to the cells
To clot the blood
To carry oxygen around the body
To fight infections
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What shape do red blood cells take in individuals with sickle cell anemia?
Crescent or sickle-shaped
Round and flexible
Square and rigid
Irregular but flexible
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What triggers a sickle cell crisis?
Excessive oxygen in the blood
Blockages in blood vessels preventing oxygen and glucose delivery
Overproduction of red blood cells
Lack of physical activity
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is a major complication of sickle cell anemia?
Increased risk of diabetes
Enhanced physical endurance
High blood pressure
Stroke due to blockage in brain blood vessels
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What percentage of abnormal hemoglobin do carriers of the sickle cell allele have?
25%
100%
50%
75%
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How is sickle cell anemia inherited?
Through a mutation after birth
From both parents, each carrying one copy of the normal allele
From one parent carrying two copies of the faulty allele
From both parents, each carrying one copy of the faulty allele
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the likelihood of two carriers having a child with sickle cell anemia?
100%
50%
25%
75%
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