In which of the following disorders, blood has a defective hemoglobin?   A Hematoma B Hematuria C Hemophilia D Sickle cell anemia

Q: Hemoglobin can exist in one of two forms. What are they?

A: The two forms of Haemoglobin are : Haemoglobin A (α2β2). Haemoglobin A2(@2Δ2).

Q: Define the term hemophilia ?

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Q: In easy to understand words, explain Dietary factors affecting Red Blood Cell Production

A: Production of red blood cells (erythrocytes) is regulated by erythropoietin. Erythropoietin is a…

Q: Disseminated intravascular coagulation (DIC) is associated with which of the following conditions?

A: Disseminated intravascular coagulation (DIC) is a rare condition characterized by abnormal blood…

Q: Why would a CT scan and Chest x-ray be ordered for a patient with sickle cell anemia?

A: Sickle Cell Disease (SCD) is a genetic disease that causes the Red blood cells in the blood to…

Q: Why is this disease a major threat to individuals with sickle cell anemia?

A: The viral disease that produces red rashes on different parts of the body like arms and legs is…

Q: Which of the following would you LEAST expect to be associated with a low hematocrit?     High…

A: Introduction :  Hematocrit, also referred to as packed cell volume (PCV) or erythrocyte volume…

Q: What units describe Hemoglobin and in your own words describe what Hemoglobin is What units describe…

A: Blood is defined as a red fluid that circulates through the body, delivering oxygen and nutrients to…

Q: All of the following are related to anemia EXCEPT? A. Thiamin B. Iron C. Vitamin B12 D. Folate

A: Anemia is a condition in which human body lacks blood.

Q: Define the terms: leukocytosis,leukopenia, polycythemia, anemia

A: The whole blood composed of 55% of plasma and 45% of formed elements. The whole of blood plasma is…

Q: What does the term anemia do? Mention a possible cause

A: The lack of healthy red blood cells or presence of impaired red blood cells leads to a condition…

Q: Can all abnormal hemoglobin be diagnosed by electrophoresis ?Explain why or why not .

A: Electrophoresis means migration of charged particles under the influence of an electric field.…

Q: fects the structure and function of hemoglobin in the red blo

A: Cells can be defined as the smallest common denominator of  the life. Cells consist of cytoplasm…

Q: What would be the consequence of a deficiency of hemoglobin in our bodies?

A: Hemoglobin is the respiratory pigment and a protein molecule present in the red blood cells (RBCs).…

Q: 1)Determine the properties of hemoglobin related to its chemical structure function and color change…

A: Haemoglobin is an iron-containing protein found in RBCs (red blood cells), which are responsible for…

Q: Explain how the following conditions affect the structure and function of hemoglobin. Sickle cell…

A: Hemoglobin is a transport protein. Hemoglobin has four subunits and each subunit contains…

Q: Describe hemoglobin.

A: Haemoglobin is described as the protein that carries oxygen from the lungs to all tissues and organs…

Q: What type of anemia will likely result to systemic hemosiderosis?     microcytic macrocytic…

A: Anemia is defined as a reduction in red cell mass or hemoglobin content of the blood that is less…

Q: Does this picture below show sickle cell trait or sickle cell amenia hemoglobin

A: Sickle cell anemia is a condition in which the hemoglobin present in red blood cells is abnormal. It…

Q: which of the following can you conclude about the hemoglobin in individuals with sickle cell anemia?…

A: Sickle cell anemia  It is a heritable recessive genetic disease.

Q: sickle cell disease and its variants are genetic disorders resulting from the presence of a mutated…

A: Over millions around the world are affected by the prevalent monogenic disorder known as sickle cell…

Q: If you had a high hematocrit, would you expect your hemoglobindetermination to be low or high? Why?

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Q: Myelodysplastic syndrome is a genetic abnormality that disrupts the ability of red blood cells…

A: Myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS) is a genetic disorder that can lead to various conditions such as…

Q: Sickle cells are named because of their characteristic shape. What problems can this shape cause?…

A: The sickle cell anemia is a condition in which the shape of red blood cells (RBC) becomes…

Q: In easy to understand words, explain Dietary factors affecting Red Blood Cell destruction

A: Haemolysis is the destruction of red blood cells.  Haemolysis is the condition in which red blood…

Q: Explain why individuals with pernicious anemia have a lowhemoglobin level.

A: Anemia: A disease condition that arises because of a deficiency of healthy red blood cells. This…

Q: A lower than normal hematocrit may indicate anemia while a higher than normal hematocrut may…

A: Blood is a connective tissue that is composed of red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets.…