Sickle Cell Screen details
What Sickle Cell Screen shows
The sickle cell screen is a quick test that checks whether hemoglobin S (the abnormal form of hemoglobin responsible for sickle cell trait and sickle cell disease) is present, based on whether red blood cells become less soluble under certain lab conditions. It's a screening test rather than a diagnostic one — a positive result is always followed by hemoglobin electrophoresis, a more detailed test that can distinguish between simply carrying sickle cell trait (one copy of the gene, generally without significant health effects) and having sickle cell disease itself (two copies, which causes significant health complications).
Tests that include Sickle Cell Screen
Sickle Cell Screen (Hemoglobin Solubility Test) detects the presence of hemoglobin S, the abnormal form of hemoglobin found in sickle cell disease and trait. It is a rapid screening tool used to identify individuals who may carry or be affected by sickle cell conditions.
- Sickle Cell Screen A screening test that detects sickle hemoglobin; a positive result is typically followed by hemoglobin electrophoresis to confirm sickle cell trait or disease.
Sickle Cell Screen (Hemoglobin Solubility Test) detects the presence of hemoglobin S, the abnormal form of hemoglobin found in sickle cell disease and trait. It is a rapid screening tool used to identify individuals who may carry or be affected by sickle cell conditions.
- Sickle Cell Screen A screening test that detects sickle hemoglobin; a positive result is typically followed by hemoglobin electrophoresis to confirm sickle cell trait or disease.
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