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Sickle Cell Anemia Screening Test in Mississippi

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 Mississippi communities

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Jackson326,977Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestGulfport231,423Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestHattiesburg85,086Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestSouthaven54,141Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestBiloxi49,061Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestOlive Branch39,136Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestTupelo37,872Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestMeridian35,625Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestGreenville30,175Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestClinton27,830Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestMadison27,459Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestPearl27,017Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestHorn Lake26,623Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestOxford25,859Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestBrandon24,887Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestStarkville24,578Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestRidgeland24,330Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestColumbus23,858Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestPascagoula22,001Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestVicksburg21,748Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestGautier18,932Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestOcean Springs18,275Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestLaurel17,375Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestHernando16,730Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestLong Beach16,654Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestClarksdale15,124Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestCorinth14,545Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestGreenwood14,521Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestNatchez14,435Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestD'Iberville12,736Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestGrenada12,675Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestByram12,591Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestMcComb12,400Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestMoss Point12,282Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestBrookhaven11,855Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestPicayune11,777Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestPetal11,342Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestCleveland11,285Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestCanton10,955Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestYazoo City10,887Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestWest Point10,148Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestFlowood10,019Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestIndianola9,679Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestBay St. Louis9,568Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestDiamondhead9,417Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestGulf Hills8,825Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestBooneville8,702Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestSenatobia8,075Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestSt. Martin7,984Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestNew Albany7,657Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestBatesville7,404Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestKosciusko7,128Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestRichland7,126Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestPhiladelphia7,107Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestWaveland7,063Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestHolly Springs6,743Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestAmory6,665Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestWest Hattiesburg6,447Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestGulf Park Estates6,284Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestLouisville6,108Sickle Cell Anemia Screening Test