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Table 3 Distribution of the studied cases according to the Standford Binet IQ test (n = 55)

From: Cognitive functions and anti-oxidant in children with sickle cell disease: A single center based study

IQ result

Number (%) of cases (n = 55)

Normal IQ (n = 19):

Group I

Excellent (IQ: 111–120)

1 (1.8%)

Average (IQ: 89–110)

8 (14.5%)

Below average (IQ: 79–88)

10 (18.2%)

Abnormal IQ (n = 36):

Group II

Slow learner (IQ: 68–78)

19 (34.5%)

Mild MR (IQ: 52–67)

13 (23.6%)

Moderate MR (IQ: 36–51)

4 (7.3%)

  1. IQ: intelligence quotient, MR = mental retardation