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How is autosomal recessive inheritance different?
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Both parents: Autosomal recessive inheritance means that you have to inherit the gene from both parents. Some examples: cystic fibrosis, sickle cell disease.
Answered 12/9/2013
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Need 2 genes: You need a recessive gene from each parent for the trait or disease to manifest.
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