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Sickle Cell Anemia Screening Test in Maryland

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 Maryland communities

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Baltimore2,205,092Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestBel Air South222,834Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestHagerstown194,602Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestFrederick175,032Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestWaldorf119,442Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestSalisbury108,982Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestColumbia105,086Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestGermantown90,235Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestSilver Spring82,472Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestEllicott City74,432Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestEldersburg70,639Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestGlen Burnie69,739Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestGaithersburg68,827Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestRockville67,095Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestDundalk66,426Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestBethesda66,294Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestTowson59,014Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestBowie58,113Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestSevern53,955Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestAspen Hill53,850Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestWheaton51,836Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestNorth Bethesda50,695Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestPotomac46,891Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestOdenton43,488Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestCatonsville42,789Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestWoodlawn42,053Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestEssex40,710Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestAnnapolis40,581Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestClinton39,925Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestSeverna Park39,108Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestChillum36,428Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestOlney35,815Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestRandallstown35,641Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestOwings Mills35,170Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestCollege Park34,961Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestMontgomery Village34,489Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestPikesville33,549Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestPasadena31,583Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestBel Air North30,969Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestParkville30,783Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestMilford Mill30,685Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestMiddle River30,606Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestCarney29,873Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestCrofton29,812Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestLaurel29,438Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestPerry Hall29,165Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestSouth Laurel27,998Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestReisterstown27,917Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestIlchester27,513Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestClarksburg27,354Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestLochearn26,995Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestSuitland26,375Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestFort Washington25,840Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestFairland25,324Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestArnold25,056Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestEdgewood25,004Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestGreenbelt24,602Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestLandover24,508Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestNorth Potomac24,449Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestNorth Laurel24,233Sickle Cell Anemia Screening Test