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How is sickle cell anemia diagnosed?

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How is sickle cell anemia diagnosed?

Genetic testing can help determine which type of sickle cell disease you have or can help confirm a diagnosis if results from blood tests are not clear.

Last updated on 12 Dec 2024

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What does it mean if my RDW is 23?

It means that you may have bacterimia or any other viral illnesses.

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Can a full blood count show if a person has hyperthyroidism?

Hyperthyroidism causes mild decreases in total white blood cell count, neutropenia, thrombocytopenia and increases, normal or mild decreases in total white blood cell count.

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Can thalassemia be diagnosed with a simple blood test?

No, a genetic test can reveal thallasemia

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Why do blood tests results vary with different labs?

This is because each lab has different machines and a unique way of processing samples which may give minor fluctuations in result.

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Sickle Cell Test: Preparation, Procedure, Risks, and More

In adults, a blood sample is drawn from a vein in the arm. In young children and babies, the blood sample is usually collected from a finger or heel.

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