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Test Details

Sickle Cell Solubility Test

General Info:

Description:

The sickle cell solubility test is used to diagnose sickle cell disorders based on hemoglobin (HbS) insolubility in a reducing medium. A test involves a blood sample mixed with a reducing agent, inducing the sickling of red blood cells. This is a rapid preliminary screening test. Positive sickle cell screening can be confirmed by Hb electrophoresis for accurate diagnosis.

Specimen Requirements

Specimen Type: 

Whole Blood

Container Type: 

Lavender EDTA

Volume: 

1

Volume Unit: 

ml

Storage Condition:

18 - 25 °C

Sample Add-on Stability: 

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