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Sickle Cell Anemia Screening Test in Louisiana

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 Louisiana communities

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New Orleans925,443Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestBaton Rouge610,751Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestShreveport286,200Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestLafayette254,286Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestLake Charles150,036Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestHouma146,665Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestMetairie140,590Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestMonroe117,197Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestMandeville105,097Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestSlidell94,498Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestAlexandria75,835Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestHammond75,688Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestKenner66,411Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestBossier City63,168Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestPrairieville34,118Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestMarrero31,928Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestCentral29,746Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestLaplace29,129Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestNew Iberia28,844Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestTerrytown25,388Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestRuston22,286Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestChalmette21,981Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestBayou Cane21,699Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestSulphur21,490Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestHarvey20,942Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestShenandoah20,068Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestZachary19,278Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestNatchitoches18,105Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestGretna17,836Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestEstelle17,650Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestOpelousas15,884Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestThibodaux15,242Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestYoungsville15,167Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestPineville14,653Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestLuling14,115Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestRiver Ridge13,435Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestClaiborne13,147Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestWest Monroe13,103Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestBroussard12,960Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestBaker12,736Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestMinden12,145Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestGonzales12,080Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestCrowley11,916Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestDestrehan11,827Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestMorgan City11,525Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestMoss Bluff11,453Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestWoodmere11,343Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestAbbeville11,313Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestBayou Blue11,229Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestWaggaman11,161Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestCovington11,155Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestRaceland11,002Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestGardere10,971Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestBogalusa10,921Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestTimberlane10,697Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestJefferson10,500Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestBelle Chasse10,406Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestDeRidder10,060Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestBastrop9,879Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestJennings9,836Sickle Cell Anemia Screening Test