Which of the following statements regarding sickle cell anemia is NOT true?

a. It is inherited.
b. Leukocytes take on an abnormal curved or sickle shape.
c. Sickle cells are fragile.
d. It occurs almost exclusively in persons of African descent.


b
Explanation:
a. It is inherited: a true statement
b. Leukocytes take on an abnormal curved or sickle shape: correct
c. Sickle cells are fragile: a true statement
d. It occurs almost exclusively in persons of African descent: a true statement

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