A condition that renders the individual less able to form blood clots is:

Correct answer: C. Hemophilia

  • A. Alports syndrome
  • B. Coffin-Lowry syndrome
  • C. Hemophilia
  • D. Thalassemia

Explanation

Option C is correct.Hemophilia is a condition that renders the individual less able to form blood clots. It is a genetic disorder that affects the blood's ability to clot. People with hemophilia have low levels of clotting factors, which are proteins that help the blood to clot. This can lead to excessive bleeding, even from minor injuries.Hemophilia is a serious condition, but it can be managed with treatment. There are two types of hemophilia: hemophilia A and hemophilia B. Hemophilia A is the most common type of hemophilia. It is caused by a deficiency in clotting factor VIII. Hemophilia B is less common than hemophilia A. It is caused by a deficiency in clotting factor IX.Treatment for hemophilia typically involves replacing the missing clotting factor with infusions. This can be done as needed to stop bleeding or on a regular basis to prevent bleeding. The other options are not conditions that render the individual less able to form blood clots:Alport syndrome is a genetic disorder that affects the kidneys, eyes, and ears.Coffin-Lowry syndrome is a genetic disorder that causes intellectual disability, short stature, and distinctive facial features.Thalassemia is a genetic disorder that affects the production of hemoglobin, the protein in red blood cells that carries oxygen.

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