Phenylketonuria is a genetic metabolic disorder passed down as an autosomal recessive trait. Sickle cell anemia is also an autosomal recessive condition that can be passed to offspring if both parents carry the gene. Thalassemia is another inherited condition.

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True. Phenylketonuria, sickle cell anemia, and thalassemia are all inherited genetic disorders. Phenylketonuria and sickle cell anemia are autosomal recessive traits, and thalassemia is also an inherited disorder. Thus, the statement is true.

Phenylketonuria is a genetic metabolic disorder passed down as an autosomal recessive trait. Sickle cell anemia is also an autosomal recessive condition that can be passed to offspring if both parents carry the gene. Thalassemia is another inherited condition.

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