Which one of the following genetic diseases is sex-linked ?

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Q: 114 (IAS/1999)
Which one of the following genetic diseases is sex-linked ?

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Science

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IAS

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{'following genetic diseases': [0, 1, 0, 0], 'sachs disease': [0, 1, 0, 0], 'cystic fibrosis': [2, 1, 0, 0], 'royal haemophilia': [0, 1, 0, 0], 'hypertension': [1, 0, 0, 0], 'sex': [4, 2, 1, 1]}

Among the options given, the genetic disease that is sex-linked is "Royal haemophilia." Hemophilia is a genetic disorder that affects the blood`s ability to clot properly, leading to prolonged bleeding or spontaneous bleeding. It is an X-linked recessive disorder, which means it is more commonly found in males. Since the gene for hemophilia is located on the X chromosome, males who inherit the affected X chromosome will develop the disease, while females typically inherit one normal X chromosome, providing some protection against the disorder. Therefore, the correct answer is "Royal haemophilia."

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