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Sickle Cell Anemia Screening Test in Indiana

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 Indiana communities

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Indianapolis1,659,305Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestFort Wayne330,305Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestSouth Bend290,915Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestEvansville226,788Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestLafayette166,793Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestElkhart147,679Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestBloomington106,327Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestCarmel98,137Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestFishers97,154Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestTerre Haute93,247Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestMuncie87,037Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestAnderson85,700Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestHammond77,491Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestGary69,739Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestNoblesville68,885Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestMichigan City65,946Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestGreenwood62,914Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestKokomo59,263Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestMishawaka50,823Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestColumbus50,718Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestJeffersonville49,178Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestLawrence49,048Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestWestfield45,695Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestWest Lafayette44,515Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestPortage37,540Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestNew Albany37,350Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestMerrillville36,196Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestRichmond35,854Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestGoshen34,792Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestPlainfield34,311Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestValparaiso33,820Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestCrown Point33,518Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestGranger30,394Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestZionsville30,258Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestHobart29,516Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestSchererville29,381Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestBrownsburg28,420Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestMarion27,757Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestEast Chicago26,502Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestFranklin25,112Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestMunster23,717Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestHighland23,695Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestGreenfield23,024Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestClarksville22,169Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestLa Porte21,993Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestSeymour21,192Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestAvon20,848Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestSt. John19,805Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestShelbyville19,710Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestLogansport18,471Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestNew Castle17,465Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestLebanon17,196Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestHuntington17,018Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestVincennes16,892Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestDyer16,422Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestCrawfordsville16,279Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestJasper16,231Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestGriffith16,213Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestFrankfort16,134Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestNew Haven15,922Sickle Cell Anemia Screening Test