Hemoglobin S
Hemoglobin S is a form of hemoglobin associated with sickle cell disease, a genetic disorder that affects the red blood cells. Hemoglobin S is produced by a specific type of gene mutation in the hemoglobin gene.
Overview[edit | edit source]
Hemoglobin S is a variant of normal hemoglobin, which is the protein in red blood cells that carries oxygen to the body's tissues. This variant is caused by a single nucleotide mutation in the beta-globin gene, which results in the substitution of the amino acid valine for glutamic acid in the sixth position of the beta chain of the hemoglobin molecule.
Sickle Cell Disease[edit | edit source]
The presence of Hemoglobin S can lead to sickle cell disease, a condition where red blood cells become sickle-shaped, rigid, and sticky. These sickle cells can block blood flow in the small vessels of the limbs and organs, leading to pain and organ damage.
Diagnosis[edit | edit source]
Diagnosis of Hemoglobin S and sickle cell disease is typically done through a blood test. This test can identify the presence of Hemoglobin S and determine if a person has sickle cell disease or is a carrier of the sickle cell trait.
Treatment[edit | edit source]
Treatment for sickle cell disease can include medication to reduce pain and prevent complications, blood transfusions, and in some cases, a bone marrow transplant.
See Also[edit | edit source]
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