Sickle Cell Anemia Screening Testing in Baltimore, MD
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Order Sickle Cell Anemia Screening TestSickle cell anemia screening identifies hemoglobin variants that affect the shape and function of red blood cells. The test is used to detect sickle cell trait and sickle cell disease, and it can also help distinguish related hemoglobin disorders. Results are reported with the specific hemoglobin patterns found in the sample.
About Sickle Cell Anemia Screening Test in Baltimore
Hemoglobin screening separates normal hemoglobin from variant forms such as hemoglobin S.
Hemoglobin is the protein in red blood cells that carries oxygen. In sickle cell disease, a variant called hemoglobin S causes red blood cells to become stiff and crescent-shaped, which can block blood flow and shorten red blood cell survival.
Screening typically begins with a blood count and a hemoglobin separation method such as electrophoresis or high-performance liquid chromatography. These methods measure the relative amounts of normal hemoglobin and any variant hemoglobins present.
A screening result can show sickle cell trait, sickle cell disease, or another hemoglobin pattern. Trait means one copy of the sickle gene is present, while disease generally means two copies are present. Confirmatory testing may be recommended when a variant is detected.
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Turnaround for Sickle Cell Anemia Screening Test in Baltimore is commonly 1-3 business days, based on LabTestPanel coverage.
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