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Izayveia Walker
on Dec 17, 2024Verified
A pediatrician learns that a child has a limited appetite and a yellowish hue to the eyes.Blood tests show that the child's blood cells are shaped differently than is typical.Which inherited disorder is the child most likely to have?
A) Down syndrome
B) fragile X syndrome
C) sickle-cell anemia
D) Tay-Sachs disease
Sickle-cell Anemia
A blood disorder that gets its name from the shape of the red blood cells in those who have it.
Blood Cells
Specialized cells that circulate in the bloodstream, including red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets, each serving distinct functions in the body such as oxygen transport, immune defense, and blood clotting.
Down Syndrome
A genetic disorder caused by the presence of all or part of a third copy of chromosome 21, characterized by a distinctive facial appearance, intellectual disability, and developmental delays.
- Identify common genetic disorders and their implications.
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Learning Objectives
- Identify common genetic disorders and their implications.