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Over [174]
3 years ago
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How is DNA is responsible for sickle cell disease?

Biology
2 answers:
kow [346]3 years ago
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Answer:

Sickle cell disease is caused by a mutation in the hemoglobin-Beta gene found on chromosome 11. Hemoglobin transports oxygen from the lungs to other parts of the body. Red blood cells with normal hemoglobin (hemoglobin-A) are smooth and round and glide through blood vessels.Explanation:

Vikki [24]3 years ago
8 0

Answer:

Explanation:

Sickle cell disease is caused by a mutation a certain gene found on chromosome 11. The hemoglobin transports oxygen from the lungs to other parts of the body. Red blood cells with normal hemoglobin are smooth and circular  and go through blood vessels.

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