Which of the following is a genetic disorder characterized by abnormal hemoglobin, caus-ing red blood cells to become sickle shaped?

a. Lupus
b. Hemophilia
c. Sickle of Willis
d. Sickle cell anemia


ANS: D

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Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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