sickle cell. 1. Provide a brief overview of the assigned disorder/condition from a genetic standpoint. 2. Identify additional information/history needed in relation to assigned pedigree and disorder/condition.

Assignment Criteria:
Develop a scholarly paper that includes the following criteria:

3. Interpret the pattern of inheritance for the disorder/condition and discuss the reason for the answer.
4. Identify family members that may be at risk for this disease. Support the answers.
5. Discuss any other alternative explanations for the disease/condition pattern noted in the pedigree.
6. This scholarly paper should be in narrative format, 3 to 4 pages excluding the title and reference page.
7. Include an introductory paragraph, purpose statement, and a conclusion.
8. Include level 1 and 2 headings to organize the paper.
9. Write the paper in third person, not first person (meaning do not use we or I) and in a scholarly manner. To clarify: I, we, you, me, our may not be used. In addition, describing yourself as the researcher or the author should not be used.
10. Include a minimum of two (2) professional peer-reviewed scholarly journal references to support the paper (review in Ulrich Periodical Directory) and be less than five (5) years old.
11. APA format is required (attention to spelling/grammar, a title page, a reference page, and in-text citations).
12. Submit paper to Turnitin by clicking on the Assignment.
13. Make any revisions necessary based on the Originality Report.
14. Submit by the posted due date by again clicking on the Assignment.