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Haemophilia A is caused by a deficiency of clotting factor ____.
Haemophilia A is caused by a deficiency of clotting factor ____.
False
The prevalence of haemophilia is approximately ____ in 5000 men.
The prevalence of haemophilia is approximately ____ in 5000 men.
False
Factor IX deficiency results in haemophilia ____.
Factor IX deficiency results in haemophilia ____.
False
Haemophilia can lead to severe or life-threatening bleeding, which can be prevented if ____.
Haemophilia can lead to severe or life-threatening bleeding, which can be prevented if ____.
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The 'Royal disease' refers to ____.
The 'Royal disease' refers to ____.
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What is the pattern of inheritance for haemophilia?
What is the pattern of inheritance for haemophilia?
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In a family with haemophilia, which gender is more commonly affected?
In a family with haemophilia, which gender is more commonly affected?
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What are the possible genotypes and phenotypes of female heterozygous carriers of haemophilia?
What are the possible genotypes and phenotypes of female heterozygous carriers of haemophilia?
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In the case of an affected father, what is the status of his daughters and sons with respect to haemophilia?
In the case of an affected father, what is the status of his daughters and sons with respect to haemophilia?
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What can lead to females carriers having severe haemophilia?
What can lead to females carriers having severe haemophilia?
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