Sickling test - Whole Blood

Test Instructions

Total parameters available: 1

Parameter Names:

• Sickling test - Whole Blood

Test Instructions/Precautions:

• Alcohol: Please abstain from alcohol before the test
• Medication :Any pre-existing medication should only be stopped after consultation with the referring Physician
• Fluids Allowed : Water only

Reports

Soft Copy (Portal/Email) : If the sample is collected before 12 noon then the report will get delivered as per Reporting Time / Maximum TAT (Turn Around Time) indicated with the test. For samples collected after 12 Noon, 12 hours may be added to the Report Turn Around TimeHard Copy : Delivered at home upon request. A small convenience fee may apply.

Why it is Done

To determine if you have sickle cell trait or disease by measuring the presence and relative amount of haemoglobin S.

What is this test

Sickle cell testing are used to help diagnose sickle cell anaemia(also called sickle cell disease) and to identify those who may have sickle cell trait. Sickle cell anaemia is an inherited disorder that leads to the production of an abnormal haemoglobin called haemoglobin S (Hb S or Hgb S).