Although sickle cell trait is usually asymptomatic, sickling can still occur when caused by which of the following?

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All of the above can lead to decreased oxygen supply to the tissues, which can trigger sickling in individuals with sickle cell trait. Severe respiratory infections can cause hypoxia, air travel in unpressurized aircraft can cause hypobaric hypoxia, anesthesia can cause a decrease in oxygen supply, and congestive heart failure can cause cardiac-related hypoxia.

Although Sickle Cell Trait Is Usually Asymptomatic, Sickling Can Still