Sickle cell anemia is not prevalent in persons of which descent?
a. West African c. Middle Eastern
b. Sole European d. Asian or Pacific Islander
D
This genetic trait is primarily found in people of West African descent. The disease has also been linked to persons of sole European or Middle Eastern ancestry; however, this is extremely rare. The disease is not prevalent in persons of Asian or Pacific Islander descent.
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a. Before breakfast b. After each meal c. After brushing teeth d. Before bathing
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A) Antibiotics B) Oral contraceptives C) Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) D) Antifungal agents
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