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The different genotypes refer to different forms of haemoglobin that a person can inherit. Here's a breakdown of what the "AC" genotype means:

<ol><li>A allele: This represents the normal haemoglobin, also known as haemoglobin A (HbA). People with the "A" allele typically have normal red blood cells.</li><li>C allele: This represents haemoglobin C (HbC), which is a variant form of haemoglobin. Haemoglobin C is less efficient at carrying oxygen compared to haemoglobin A. People who inherit the "C" allele from one parent may have red blood cells that are more fragile or have a shorter lifespan than normal.</li></ol>

A person with the AC genotype has one normal haemoglobin allele (A) and one haemoglobin C allele (C). Generally, people with the AC genotype do not have significant health problems and lead normal lives.

However, in certain situations, such as severe dehydration or low oxygen levels, they might experience mild symptoms like slight anaemia.

It's important to note that the AC genotype is different from the sickle cell trait (AS) or sickle cell disease (SS).

People with the AC genotype do not have sickle cell disease, but if they have children with someone <a data-link-role-code="open_new_tab" href="https://www.pulse.com.gh/lifestyle/relationships-weddings/4-relevant-medical-tests-to-take-before-marriage/ql6g206">who carries the S</a> allele (e.g., AS or SS genotypes), there's a possibility that their child could inherit a combination of these alleles, which might result in <a data-link-role-code="open_new_tab" href="https://www.pulse.com.gh/lifestyle/beauty-health/can-a-person-with-as-genotype-marry-someone-who-is-as-or-ss/1xrv81p">sickle cell trait or disease.</a>

In summary, genotype AC is generally considered a benign condition, but it carries significance in the context of family planning and genetic counselling.

5 Nigerians tell us about their heartbreak due to their AS genotype [istockphoto]

Genotype "AC" is all about your blood and how it carries oxygen around your body. The "A" part is the normal type of haemoglobin, which does the job just fine. The "C" part is a bit different—it's a variant that’s not as good at carrying oxygen, but it's usually no big deal.

Have you heard of genotype AC? Here's what it means

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The video, which has amassed over 200,000 views, shows Haddish expressing amazement at the size and variety of goods available in a supermarket in Harare. In the video, she remarks, "Look at this grocery store. It's humungous, in Africa," while scanning shelves stocked with a variety of products.

Her comments sparked a backlash from some Zimbabweans on social media. Critics questioned her perception, with one user on X asking, "Did she think that Africans shop from rocks?"

Tiffany Haddish's zebra-print suit was a bold look.

The comedian and actress was photographed in a Michael Kors flared-leg pantsuit and matching hat designed by Stephen Jones. W Magazine reported that the look was made up of 57,000 sequins — 17,000 sequins on the jacket and 40,000 on the pants.

In response, Haddish took to X to clarify her intentions. She explained that, as an American, she had been taught a "false narrative" about Africa, filled with images of war and poverty.

"I am an American, a Black one at that, and told for years that people are starving in Africa, showed pictures of babies with flies on them," she wrote. Haddish shared that her visit to Zimbabwe was enlightening and helped her see the reality of the continent, countering the stereotypes she had grown up with.

While the video drew criticism, Haddish also received support. One supporter commented, "We like that you like our grocery store and all the products that shocked you are just basics here as well."

<div class="embed"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Tiffany Haddish is surprised that there’s a grocery stores in Africa..?😕 What’s wrong with these people? <a href="https://t.co/3oYk3NRrFD">pic.twitter.com/3oYk3NRrFD</a>&mdash; 𝗢𝗳𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀𝗲 𝗠𝘄𝗮𝘀𝗲 🔥🚀 (@unclescrooch) <a href="https://twitter.com/unclescrooch/status/1817482404115751033?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 28, 2024</a></blockquote>
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Haddish, who is half-Eritrean, previously visited Eritrea in 2018 and expressed admiration for its long-time ruler Isaias Afwerki, despite his critics labeling him a "dictator." Her rebuttal doesn't still sit with critics who believe she should have known better.

Accordingly, some fans have been asking Miss Haddish for an unqualified apology to which she later came to say "I believe most of the bad things that have happened in my life are My fault."

"I choose to be friends with people that weren’t actually my friends. That truly didn’t care about me, they wanted to use me and I let them. Shame on me for not trusting my instincts. Lessons learned," she concluded.

See her X post below and share your thoughts with us via the comment section.

Her comments sparked a backlash from some Zimbabweans on social media. Critics questioned her perception, with one user on X asking, "Did she think that Africans shop from rocks?"

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