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Sickle Cell Anemia Screening Test in Connecticut

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 Connecticut communities

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Bridgeport975,078Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestHartford907,046Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestNew Haven587,648Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestNorwich201,726Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestWaterbury199,552Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestDanbury177,722Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestStamford134,820Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestNorwalk90,821Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestNew Britain74,022Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestMeriden60,790Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestBristol60,733Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestWest Haven55,518Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestMilford city 50,694Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestMiddletown47,164Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestShelton40,944Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestTorrington35,447Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestNaugatuck31,586Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestNew London27,585Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestWallingford Center19,211Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestAnsonia18,945Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestWillimantic18,150Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestStorrs16,784Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestDerby12,387Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestTrumbull Center10,468Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestKensington9,626Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestOakville9,507Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestConning Towers Nautilus Park9,479Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestSandy Hook9,406Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestRiverside9,133Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestLong Hill8,307Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestGlastonbury Center8,187Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestThompsonville8,134Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestSouthwood Acres7,875Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestRockville7,612Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestNew Canaan7,399Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestStaples7,125Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestCos Cob7,089Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestOld Greenwich6,929Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestWinsted6,662Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestNorthford6,117Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestSimsbury Center6,072Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestHazardville6,070Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestCheshire Village6,006Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestBranford Center5,934Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestDaniels Farm5,764Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestSherwood Manor5,710Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestNoroton5,682Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestPawcatuck5,383Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestLake Pocotopaug5,124Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestTerryville5,110Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestByram4,994Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestLong Hill4,645Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestQuinnipiac University4,614Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestStafford Springs4,611Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestMystic4,354Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestEast Village4,250Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestHeritage Village4,232Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestDanielson4,146Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestBroad Brook4,145Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestOronoque3,790Sickle Cell Anemia Screening Test