1 Definition of hemophilia

Meaning of hemophilia: Group of hereditary disorders in which affected individuals fail to make enough of certain proteins needed to form blood clots.

Group of hereditary disorders in which affected individuals fail to make enough of certain proteins needed to form blood clots.

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