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Sickle Cell Anemia Screening Test in Arkansas

Below is a plain-language overview of the sickle cell anemia screening test. The Sickle Cell Anemia Screening Test helps identify the presence of sickle cell trait or disease.

Sample typeBlood draw at a collection lab
ReferralNo referral required

What this test is

This test screens for sickle cell anemia, a genetic condition affecting red blood cells. It detects abnormal hemoglobin, which can cause cells to become rigid and sickle-shaped. The test is often used to determine if a person carries the sickle cell trait or has the disease.

What it measures

  • Hemoglobin S — indicates the presence of sickle cell trait or disease
  • Hemoglobin A — reflects normal hemoglobin levels
  • Hemoglobin F — can be elevated in sickle cell disease

What the test involves

The test involves a standard blood draw, typically from a vein in the arm. The sample is then analyzed for hemoglobin abnormalities.

Why it is often ordered

Clinicians typically order this test to screen for sickle cell trait or disease, especially in individuals with a family history or certain ethnic backgrounds. It helps in assessing the risk of passing the trait to offspring.

Preparation

Preparation for the test usually involves following specific instructions from the lab. It's important to check with the lab for any special requirements.

How results are reported

Results are reported as either normal or indicating the presence of sickle cell trait or disease. Reference ranges and interpretations can vary by laboratory.

Before you go

  • Test preparation instructions
  • Sample collection procedure
  • Turnaround time for results

Cities

Sickle Cell Anemia Screening Test in Arkansas communities

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Little Rock457,379Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestFayetteville381,636Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestFort Smith127,699Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestSpringdale85,887Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestJonesboro77,520Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestConway70,555Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestRogers68,340Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestNorth Little Rock64,444Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestBentonville52,565Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestPine Bluff41,964Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestHot Springs38,050Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestBenton34,746Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestSherwood32,544Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestBella Vista29,818Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestTexarkana29,492Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestJacksonville29,385Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestParagould29,327Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestRussellville29,057Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestCabot26,411Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestWest Memphis24,666Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestVan Buren23,213Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestSearcy23,074Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestBryant20,399Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestMaumelle19,070Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestEl Dorado17,800Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestCenterton17,455Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestSiloam Springs16,944Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestHot Springs Village15,970Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestMarion13,624Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestBlytheville13,559Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestForrest City13,372Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestHarrison13,081Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestMountain Home12,722Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestMagnolia11,205Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestBatesville11,117Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestCamden10,644Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestMalvern10,626Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestArkadelphia10,332Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestHelena-West Helena9,707Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestLowell9,630Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestGreenwood9,498Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestClarksville9,444Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestHope9,010Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestMonticello8,567Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestStuttgart8,363Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestWynne8,352Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestBeebe8,343Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestNewport7,829Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestFarmington7,601Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestTrumann7,416Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestPocahontas7,269Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestOsceola7,016Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestHeber Springs7,015Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestMorrilton6,948Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestPrairie Grove6,908Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestPea Ridge6,491Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestEast End6,432Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestDe Queen6,192Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestWard5,943Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestAlma5,806Sickle Cell Anemia Screening Test