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Can I marry her?

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MY Blood genotype is SS while my girlfriend has AS genotype. I want to know if it is advisable for us to marry each other

Henry (by SMS)

Yes, a person with genotype AS can marry someone with genotype SS. However, it is important to note that this combination carries a 25% chance of having a child with sickle cell disease (SS), which can be a serious health risk. Couples should consider the implications of this genotype before making a decision to marry.

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