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Sickle cell anemia is a genetic blood disorder where red blood cells take on a sickle, or crescent, shape instead of the normal disc shape. These rigid, sickle-shaped cells have a shorter lifespan and can block blood vessels. The disease is caused by a mutation in the beta-globin gene that produces abnormal hemoglobin S. Diagnosis is made through blood tests like hemoglobin electrophoresis and peripheral blood smears. Common symptoms include recurrent pain crises when sickled cells block blood vessels.

Author

Elsa Fitriani

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