Sickle Cell Screen

Sickle cell screening helps identify whether you have sickle cell disease or carry the sickle cell trait—often before symptoms appear. Symptoms can include fatigue, frequent infections, pain episodes, swelling of the hands or feet, and delayed growth. This test is especially important for individuals of African, Hispanic, Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, and South Asian descent, as well as anyone with a family history of sickle cell disease. Early screening empowers patients with knowledge to seek timely care, plan for the future, and protect their health.