WorksheetsPBS Sickle Cell
Total questions: 15
Worksheet time: 15mins
A disease in which red blood cells are mis-shaped and clog capillaries.
leukemia
heart disease
sickle-cell anemia
hemophilia
Delivers oxygen to your body cells. Made in bone marrow.
white blood cell
red blood cell
respiratory system
lungs
Sickle shaped cells are problematic because:
they cause extreme weight gain
they can pile up and clog blood vessels
they are unable to fight off disease
they can lead to cancer
What is the primary cause of sickle cell anemia?
Genetic mutation in the hemoglobin gene
Bacterial infection
Vitamin deficiency
Autoimmune disorder
Which of the following is a common symptom of sickle cell anemia?
Frequent headaches
Joint pain
High blood pressure
Skin rash
How is sickle cell anemia inherited?
Through a dominant gene
Through a recessive gene
Through a viral infection
Through environmental factors
What shape do red blood cells take in sickle cell anemia?
Round
Oval
Sickle-shaped
Square
Which test is commonly used to diagnose sickle cell anemia?
Complete blood count (CBC)
Hemoglobin electrophoresis
Liver function test
Urinalysis
What is the main function of hemoglobin in red blood cells?
Transporting oxygen
Fighting infections
Clotting blood
Digesting nutrients
Which organ is primarily affected by sickle cell anemia due to blocked blood flow?
Heart
Liver
Spleen
Kidneys
What is the life expectancy of red blood cells in individuals with sickle cell anemia compared to normal red blood cells?
Longer
Shorter
The same
Variable
Which of the following treatments is commonly used to manage sickle cell anemia?
Antibiotics
Blood transfusions
Chemotherapy
Radiation therapy
What is the role of hydroxyurea in the treatment of sickle cell anemia?
Increases white blood cell count
Reduces pain episodes
Cures the disease
Prevents infections
Which of the following is a potential complication of sickle cell anemia?
Stroke
Diabetes
Asthma
Arthritis
What is the genetic probability of two carriers having a child with sickle cell anemia?
0%
25%
50%
75%
