In the context of birth defects, which of the following is true of sickle-cell anemia?
A) It is a metabolic disorder resulting in mental retardation.
B) It increases the susceptibility of at-risk individuals to pneumonia and stroke.
C) Families of Mediterranean descent are primarily at risk for sickle-cell anemia.
D) Treatment for sickle-cell anemia involves regular blood transfusions with clotting factors.

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Sickle-cell anemia is a genetic blood disorder that affects the shape of red blood cells, causing them to assume a sickle shape that can block blood flow and lead to various complications, including increased susceptibility to infections like pneumonia and higher risk of stroke.

In the Context of Birth Defects, Which of the Following