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Genetics In order to have the disease you must inherit two genes for the sickle hemoglobin. (one from each parent) | Diagnosed A special test called "Hemoglobin Electrophoresis" is conducted to confirm if you have this. About 100,000 people in america have Sickle Cell Anemia. | Symptoms Symptoms of Sickle Cell Anemia are shortness of breath, dizziness, headaches, extreme coldness in hands and feet, jaundice, and pain in joints. |
Genetics
In order to have the disease you must inherit two genes for the sickle hemoglobin. (one from each parent)
Diagnosed
A special test called "Hemoglobin Electrophoresis" is conducted to confirm if you have this. About 100,000 people in america have Sickle Cell Anemia.
Symptoms
Symptoms of Sickle Cell Anemia are shortness of breath, dizziness, headaches, extreme coldness in hands and feet, jaundice, and pain in joints.