Mader/Biology, 10/e – Chapter Outlines

a. This genetic blood disorder results from a defective copy of a gene found on chromosome 8. b. Symptoms include: spherical shape of red blood cells, and enlarged spleen. c. Hereditary spherocytosis affects 1 in 5,000 people and is one of the most common hereditary blood disorders. H. Testing for Genetic Disorders (Science Focus box) 1. ................
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