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The Results

Image of Chromosome 11 where the HBB gene is found. Retrieved from Hapmap :[|HBB] This is the diagram gathered that depicted the chromosome 11 the houses the HBB gene and the location of the gene. It serves as basic information on where the



Frequencies of genetic alleles for different ethnicies. Retrieved from:[|Ensembl] Different races have several genetic difference. This graph shows the difference in frequencies for T and C alleles in difference races. Given that Sickle Cell Disease is caused by a mutation, it can be seen why African Americans have a higher disposition for the disease.

. Map retrieved from [|23andMe] 23 and Me is a source of information on genetic testing results as well as background information as well as great related information. This is a map of locations where malaria can be found in a high volume. Scientists have found correlation between sickle cell and malaria in that they affect the same demographic which can then assist in the research conducted to cure sickle cell as malaria has a cure.



List of tests that detect sickle cell disease from: [|Genetic Testing Registry] There are several tests used to figure out whether a person has sickle cell disease or not. The genetic testing registry gives the names of the tests, information about the process of each test as well as where one can order the test.

Hydroxyurea chart from [|DrugBank] This is the main drug currently used to treat symptoms of sickle cell disease. This is some of the basic information that can be found on the website. It stimulates the production of HbF which is fetal hemoglobin, which then reduces the amount of HbS. HbF is the form of hemoglobin found in infants. It is the premature form that precedes those that form into the mutated HbS.

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