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Sickle Cell Anemia Screening Test in North Carolina

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 North Carolina communities

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Charlotte1,516,107Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestRaleigh1,062,018Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestWinston-Salem420,400Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestDurham399,762Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestGreensboro345,270Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestFayetteville328,827Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestAsheville316,694Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestConcord264,492Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestWilmington247,372Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestHickory211,042Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestGastonia194,190Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestHigh Point178,800Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestCary171,603Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestBurlington137,096Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestGreenville122,921Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestJacksonville108,549Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestRocky Mount61,952Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestChapel Hill60,920Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestHuntersville60,166Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestApex58,066Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestKannapolis52,173Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestMooresville48,431Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestWilson47,914Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestWake Forest46,387Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestHolly Springs40,198Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestIndian Trail39,603Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestSalisbury35,258Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestMonroe34,464Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestGoldsboro33,214Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestFuquay-Varina33,135Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestNew Bern31,058Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestCornelius30,925Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestGarner30,859Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestSanford30,024Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestMatthews29,417Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestMorrisville28,824Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestStatesville27,777Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestThomasville26,941Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestAsheboro26,729Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestKernersville26,376Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestMint Hill26,236Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestClayton25,486Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestLeland22,794Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestShelby21,564Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestCarrboro21,237Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestClemmons21,032Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestKinston19,888Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestWaxhaw19,645Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestLexington19,347Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestLumberton19,186Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestKnightdale18,614Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestElizabeth City18,466Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestHarrisburg18,415Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestLenoir18,205Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestBoone18,055Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestHavelock17,570Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestHope Mills17,421Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestMorganton17,389Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestMount Holly17,315Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestPinehurst17,250Sickle Cell Anemia Screening Test