Sickle Cell Giant Microbe

Sickle cell disease is a group of inherited blood disorders characterized by the presence of abnormal hemoglobin in red blood cells. It affects millions of people worldwide. Under normal conditions, red blood cells are round and move smoothly through blood vessels, supplying the body with oxygen. However, in people with this disease, hemoglobin makes the red blood cells rigid and C-shaped, resembling a sickle agricultural tool.

• Giantmicrobes are based on actual microbes, cells, organisms and other critters, only 1,000,000 times actual size!
• Plush from all new materials. Stuffed with polyester fiber fill. Surface washable: sponge with water & soap, air dry.
• Each plush microbe includes a printed card with fun, educational and fascinating facts about the actual microbe or cell.
• Every product meets or exceeds U.S. and European standards for safety. For ages 3 and up.