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Sickle Cell Anemia Screening Test in Colorado

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 Colorado communities

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Denver2,650,725Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestColorado Springs628,808Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestAurora383,496Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestFort Collins301,596Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestLakewood155,608Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestPueblo142,727Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestThornton140,538Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestGreeley135,270Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestGrand Junction134,074Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestArvada122,903Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestBoulder120,818Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestWestminster115,535Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestCentennial107,972Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestLongmont104,035Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestHighlands Ranch103,238Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestLafayette99,475Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestLoveland75,938Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestBroomfield72,697Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestCastle Rock71,037Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestCommerce City61,516Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestParker57,311Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestLittleton45,465Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestSecurity-Widefield40,158Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestBrighton39,895Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestNorthglenn37,899Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestDakota Ridge34,361Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestKen Caryl33,889Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestEnglewood33,500Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestPueblo West32,991Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestWheat Ridge32,340Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestWindsor31,972Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestFountain29,495Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestErie29,367Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestColumbine25,924Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestEvans21,727Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestFour Square Mile21,723Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestLouisville21,091Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestClifton20,122Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestMontrose20,098Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestSherrelwood20,069Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestGolden20,041Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestDurango18,953Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestCimarron Hills18,619Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestCañon City17,157Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestFort Carson16,743Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestJohnstown16,596Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestWelby16,260Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestFirestone15,949Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestGreenwood Village15,548Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestBlack Forest14,375Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestFrederick14,127Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestFederal Heights14,111Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestSterling13,976Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestLone Tree13,701Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestFruita13,296Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestSuperior13,283Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestSteamboat Springs13,193Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestFort Morgan11,483Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestCherry Creek11,389Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestCastle Pines11,296Sickle Cell Anemia Screening Test