Sickling Test
- Category
- Blood
- Sample
- Blood sample taken from a vein in your arm
- Reports () Terms & Conditions Report time varies with time of sample collection.
- In 3 days
- Fasting
- No Fasting
- Age
- All Ages
What Is This Test?
A screening test that detects sickle haemoglobin (HbS) by checking whether red blood cells take on a sickle shape when oxygen is reduced.
Why this test is performed?
Screens for sickle cell disease and sickle cell trait, which are common in parts of central, western and southern India and in tribal populations. A positive result is confirmed by Hb electrophoresis/HPLC.
Who should take this test?
Tiredness, weakness, pale skin, fever, frequent infections, easy bruising or bleeding; routine health check-ups.
Test Preparation
No fasting needed.
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Frequently asked questions
Yes, in high-prevalence communities. If both partners carry the trait, each child has a 25% chance of sickle cell disease.
No fasting is needed. You can eat and drink normally unless your doctor has advised otherwise.
Blood sample taken from a vein in your arm.
Usually within 31–55 hours after the sample reaches the lab. You will receive the report online.
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