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Sickle Cell Anemia Screening Test in Kentucky

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 Kentucky communities

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Louisville1,022,630Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestLexington321,354Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestBowling Green98,537Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestElizabethtown78,446Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestOwensboro73,115Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestCovington40,930Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestGeorgetown36,281Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestRichmond34,662Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestFlorence31,699Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestNicholasville31,066Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestHopkinsville30,771Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestJeffersontown28,800Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestFrankfort28,479Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestIndependence28,256Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestHenderson28,201Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestPaducah26,248Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestRadcliff22,839Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestAshland21,695Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestMadisonville19,533Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestErlanger19,506Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestWinchester18,993Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestBurlington18,394Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestMount Washington17,723Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestSt. Matthews17,588Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestFort Thomas17,241Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestMurray17,241Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestDanville17,164Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestShelbyville16,932Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestShively15,638Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestBerea15,465Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestGlasgow14,922Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestNewport14,378Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestShepherdsville13,918Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestBardstown13,425Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestFort Campbell North13,323Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestSomerset11,696Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestLawrenceburg11,675Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestCampbellsville11,345Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestLyndon11,033Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestParis10,202Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestVersailles10,196Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestAlexandria10,125Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestFrancisville10,088Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestMayfield10,041Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestLa Grange9,901Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestFranklin9,885Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestOakbrook9,883Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestMiddlesborough9,493Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestMiddletown9,473Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestElsmere9,080Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestHarrodsburg8,952Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestFort Knox8,888Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestMaysville8,851Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestHillview8,638Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestFort Mitchell8,618Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestEdgewood8,427Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestCorbin8,397Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestOak Grove7,699Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestMount Sterling7,517Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestLondon7,492Sickle Cell Anemia Screening Test