Hemophilia Genetics of the F8C Gene

F8C Gene Hemophilia is correlated to defects in the F8C gene. The F8C gene is found on the X chromosome

Inheritance Hemophilia is an X-linked recessive disorder that affects one in 10,000 males and very few females Since females have two X chromosomes, they are often carriers of the gene

Hemophilia Persons who inherit the F8C gene lack a clotting factor to prevent bleeding Even simple cuts may be a serious problem for these people

Famous Pedigree of Hemophiliacs & Carriers

Russian Royal Family