JAMB Biology 2022 Objective — Question 37
Question 37 of 40 from the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) Biology 2022 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.
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Which of the following diseases is transmittable through genes?
- A. Presbyopia
- B. Diabetes
- C. sickle cell anaemiaCorrect
- D. HIV/AIDS
Explanation
Sickle cell anaemia is a heritable (genetically transmitted) disease that affects the red blood cells, turning them from round flexible discs into sickle-shaped cells that do not live as long as normal red blood cells.
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