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People with sickle cell disease (or anemia) have an abnormal form of blood cell (Hemoglobin S) which causes the red blood cells to be curved into crescent or “sickle” shape and not the normal, round shape.  Round blood cells pass through blood vessels easily, carrying oxygen throughout your body. Sickle-shaped blood cells can get stuck, block blood vessels and prevent oxygen from getting through. Symptoms of sickle cell disease are very painful and can cause long term damage to organs, muscles and bones. Painful episodes due to blocked blood vessels can cause pain in the hands, feet, belly, back or chest. Sickle cell disease may also cause numerous infections and anemia leading to weakness and fatigue.

TEST DETAILS

The Sickle Cell Anemia Screen consists of the following tests to identify the presence of Hemoglobin S:

  1. Hemoglobin S solubility test
  2. Sodium Metabisulfite test

FAQS

AM I REQUIRED TO FAST?
No
IS A DOCTOR’S ORDER REQUIRED?
No. You do not need to provide a doctor’s order to get lab testing done at Advanced Practice Clinic.
DO I NEED TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT?
No. You can walk in for same day testing. We make it easy for you by offering work-friendly hours.
IF I HAVE QUESTIONS ABOUT MY TESTS RESULTS WHO SHOULD I CONTACT?
We recommend you share your results with your healthcare provider.