INTRODUCTION TO SICKLE CELL ANEMIA Sickle Cell Anemia falls under the broader category of sickle cell disease (SCD), which encompasses a group of inherited red blood cell disorders. Hemoglobin is a protein responsible for carrying oxygen in red blood cells. In Sickle Cell Anemia, a single amino acid change in…
INTRODUCTION Turner syndrome is a genetic disorder affecting females, marked by the absence of one X chromosome in cells, leading to a range of physical and developmental traits. Common features include short stature, distinctive physical traits like webbed neck and low-set ears, and infertility due to underdeveloped ovaries. Hormone imbalances…
INTRODUCTION Klinefelter syndrome affects males due to an additional X chromosome (47,XXY). The condition originates from a random error during conception. Physical changes include increased height, reduced body hair, and enlarged breast tissue. Hormonal imbalances, stemming from lower testosterone levels, lead to fertility problems and other issues. Intelligence typically falls…
INTRODUCTION Patau’s syndrome, known as Trisomy 13, unveils the intricate world of genetic anomalies and their impact on human development. Named after Dr. Klaus Patau, the syndrome involves an extra copy of chromosome 13, disrupting the usual genetic blueprint. This disruption triggers a series of events that shape the physical…