Sickle cell disease is caused by a mutation in the haemoglobin molecule that is found in red blood cells. The mutated haemoglobin forms polymers which cause the blood cells to be abnormally shaped and rigid. This malformation causes the cells to become stuck in retinal vessels,causing tissue to become ischemic | |
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