Hemoglobinopathies

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noun a type of anemia caused by a genetic mutation

  • Sickle cell anemia is a genetic blood disorder characterized by the presence of abnormal hemoglobin.
  • My friend was diagnosed with sickle cell anemia last year.
  • Having sickle cell anemia can really suck.
  • Living with sickle cell anemia is like constantly battling with your own body.