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Sickle Cell Anemia Screening Test in California

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 California communities

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Los Angeles12,121,244Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestSan Francisco3,290,197Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestSan Diego3,084,174Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestRiverside2,022,285Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestSacramento1,924,167Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestSan Jose1,729,879Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestFresno719,558Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestConcord640,270Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestBakersfield590,845Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestMission Viejo588,540Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestMurrieta509,526Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestLong Beach466,565Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestOakland437,548Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestStockton406,822Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestVictorville389,060Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestModesto382,994Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestLancaster381,732Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestOxnard366,330Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestIndio361,831Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestAnaheim348,204Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestAntioch322,796Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestSanta Rosa314,196Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestSanta Ana313,818Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestIrvine297,868Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestSanta Clarita275,230Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestChula Vista274,818Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestVisalia249,804Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestFremont231,502Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestSan Bernardino220,821Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestThousand Oaks211,045Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestMoreno Valley208,371Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestFontana208,087Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestSalinas199,290Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestHuntington Beach198,735Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestSanta Barbara198,240Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestGlendale196,512Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestHemet191,170Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestVallejo181,882Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestElk Grove175,510Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestOntario175,223Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestOceanside174,461Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestRancho Cucamonga173,946Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestGarden Grove172,708Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestPalmdale167,987Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestSanta Cruz165,933Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestHayward162,254Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestCorona157,844Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestMerced157,617Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestSunnyvale155,550Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestPomona151,592Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestEscondido151,443Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestTorrance147,156Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestRoseville145,687Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestFairfield145,163Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestFullerton142,964Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestSanta Maria142,230Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestOrange139,195Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestPasadena138,771Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestYuba City129,536Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestSanta Clara127,922Sickle Cell Anemia Screening Test