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Sickle Cell Anemia Screening Test in Tennessee

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 Tennessee communities

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Nashville1,098,486Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestMemphis1,034,498Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestKnoxville619,925Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestChattanooga403,233Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestClarksville198,689Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestMurfreesboro181,450Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestJohnson City131,902Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestKingsport98,767Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestFranklin81,531Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestCleveland72,589Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestJackson71,983Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestBristol69,734Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestHendersonville60,628Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestBartlett57,639Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestSmyrna52,401Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestCollierville50,669Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestSpring Hill48,403Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestBrentwood44,354Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestGallatin43,306Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestColumbia40,957Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestGermantown40,955Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestLa Vergne38,127Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestMount Juliet38,059Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestLebanon37,471Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestCookeville34,068Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestMaryville31,281Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestOak Ridge31,087Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestMorristown30,387Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestFarragut23,388Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestShelbyville23,005Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestEast Ridge21,967Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestTullahoma20,599Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestSpringfield18,561Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestSevierville18,038Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestGoodlettsville17,522Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestDyersburg16,235Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestDickson15,855Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestSeymour15,633Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestGreeneville15,361Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestArlington14,158Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestElizabethton14,112Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestAthens13,961Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestPowell13,855Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestMcMinnville13,699Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestLakeland13,693Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestNolensville13,393Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestSoddy-Daisy13,090Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestPortland13,031Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestWhite House12,820Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestLewisburg12,131Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestManchester11,956Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestCrossville11,892Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestRed Bank11,855Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestMiddle Valley11,569Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestHartsville11,463Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestLawrenceburg11,460Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestUnion City11,119Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestCollegedale10,973Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestAlcoa10,777Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestMillington10,583Sickle Cell Anemia Screening Test