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Sickle Cell Anemia Screening Test in Oregon

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 Oregon communities

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Portland2,036,875Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestEugene273,904Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestSalem268,634Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestMedford178,457Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestGresham114,164Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestBend109,224Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestHillsboro105,909Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestBeaverton97,466Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestAlbany66,405Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestCorvallis66,090Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestSpringfield62,138Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestTigard54,750Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestAloha52,704Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestLake Oswego40,390Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestKeizer39,119Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestGrants Pass38,902Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestOregon City37,160Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestMcMinnville34,224Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestRedmond33,160Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestBethany29,277Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestTualatin27,821Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestWest Linn27,173Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestWilsonville25,887Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestWoodburn25,877Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestForest Grove25,767Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestNewberg25,108Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestRoseburg23,551Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestHappy Valley23,442Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestHayesville21,887Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestKlamath Falls21,710Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestAshland21,348Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestMilwaukie21,108Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestSherwood20,281Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestAltamont19,569Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestHermiston19,141Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestCedar Mill18,987Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestCentral Point18,948Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestLebanon18,150Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestCanby18,078Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestOak Grove17,382Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestPendleton16,861Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestDallas16,663Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestFour Corners16,608Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestTroutdale16,353Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestThe Dalles15,942Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestCoos Bay15,921Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestSt. Helens13,808Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestLa Grande13,212Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestOatfield12,993Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestCornelius12,893Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestSandy12,383Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestGladstone12,017Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestOak Hills11,715Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestSanta Clara11,680Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestOntario11,465Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestDamascus10,878Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestMonmouth10,735Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestPrineville10,611Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestCottage Grove10,569Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestFairview10,439Sickle Cell Anemia Screening Test