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A sickle cell test is a simple blood test that can detect sickle cell disease (SCD) or sickle cell trait. SCD patients have abnormally shaped red blood cells (RBCs). Sickle cells have the shape of a crescent moon. Normal RBCs resemble doughnuts.
The sickle cell test is part of the routine screening that a baby receives after birth. It can, however, be used on older children and adults as needed.
Who needs to have a sickle cell test?
Soon after birth, newborns are routinely screened for SCD. Early detection is critical. This is due to the fact that children with SCD may be more susceptible to serious infections within weeks of birth. Early testing ensures that infants with SCD receive the appropriate treatment to protect their health.
Others who should be tested include:
- Immigrants who have not had their blood tested in their home countries
- Children who move from one state to another without being tested.
- Anyone exhibiting disease symptoms
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