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Sickle cell anemia is a

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Sickle cell anemia is a
  1. Viral disease
  2. Bacterial disease
  3. Fungal disease
  4. Congenital disorder

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Correct answer: D - Congenital disorder
Sickle cell anaemia is an inherited disorder caused by a point mutation in the beta-globin gene and present from birth, i.e., congenital, not infectious.

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