Hemophilia Flashcard

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What is hemophilia?

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Hemophilia is a genetic disorder where blood does not clot properly due to a deficiency in clotting factors.

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NGSS.HS-LS3-1

NGSS.HS-LS3-2

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What causes hemophilia?

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Hemophilia is caused by a mutation in one of the genes responsible for producing clotting factors.

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NGSS.HS-LS3-2

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How is hemophilia treated?

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Hemophilia is treated by injecting clotting factor proteins to help the blood clot properly.

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Where are genes located in the human body?

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Genes are located on chromosomes, which are found in the nucleus of cells.

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Is there a cure for hemophilia?

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Currently, there is no cure for hemophilia, but it can be managed with treatment.

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What are the two main types of hemophilia?

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The two main types of hemophilia are Hemophilia A (deficiency of factor VIII) and Hemophilia B (deficiency of factor IX).

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What are common symptoms of hemophilia?

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Common symptoms include excessive bleeding, easy bruising, and joint pain or swelling.

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How is hemophilia inherited?

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Hemophilia is typically inherited in an X-linked recessive pattern, affecting mostly males.

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NGSS.HS-LS3-1

NGSS.HS-LS3-2

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What role do platelets play in blood clotting?

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Platelets are small blood cells that help form clots by clumping together at the site of a blood vessel injury.

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What is the function of clotting factors?

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Clotting factors are proteins in the blood that work together to stop bleeding by forming a clot.