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Which of the following statements about Hemoglobin S (HbS) is not true?

A
Hemoglobin HbS differs from hemoglobinbHbA by the substitution of Val for Glu in position 6 of the beta chain
B
One altered peptide of HbS migrates faster towards the cathode (-) than the corresponding peptide of HbA
C
Binding of HbS to the deoxygenated HbA can extend the polymer and cause sickling of the red blood cells
D
Lowering the concentration of deoxygenated HbS can prevent sickling

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