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Sickle Cell Test, Blood

Test ID: SICKLE

Test

Method

Turbidimetric, Manual

Report Includes

Sickling Test

Specimens

Whole blood (ACD or EDTA)

Clinical Utility

This test is performed to exclude the presence of a sickling hemoglobin. It does not differentiate between the various types of sickle cell disease and hemoglobin electrophoresis should be ordered on all patients with a positive result.

Test Version

15-Sep-2025

Specimen

Specimens

Whole blood (ACD or EDTA)

Sample Volume

3.0 mL

Additional Information

Indicate patient’s date of birth, and hemoglobin, MCV and RDW.

Test Version

15-Sep-2025

Performance / Interpretation

Method

Turbidimetric, Manual

Turnaround Time

3 days

Results

Name Units Reference Range Conversion Factor
Sickling Test Qualitative Test
  • Negative

Test Version

15-Sep-2025

Interface / Setup

Test Version

15-Sep-2025