A simple blood test can be done to find out if someone has sickle cell trait (SCT). Testing is available at most hospitals or medical centers, from SCD community-based organizations, or at local health departments. A small sample of blood is taken from the finger (a “needle prick”) and evaluated in a laboratory.
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A simple blood test can be done to find out if someone has sickle
cell trait (SCT). Testing is available at most hospitals or medical
centers, from SCD community-based organizations, or at local health
departments. A small sample of blood is taken...
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A simple blood test can be done to find out if someone has sickle cell trait (SCT). Testing is available at most hospitals or medical centers, from SCD community-based organizations, or at local health departments. A small sample of blood is taken from the finger (a “needle prick”) and evaluated in a laboratory.
