Sep 12, 2025 · Sickle cell anemia is usually diagnosed through genetic screening done when a baby is born. Those test results will likely be given to your primary healthcare professional, …

Sickle cell anemia is caused by a change in the gene that tells the body to make hemoglobin. Hemoglobin is the iron-rich compound in red blood cells that allows these cells to carry oxygen …

Apr 14, 2020 · If you have a family history of a genetic disorder — such as sickle cell anemia or cystic fibrosis — or you're in an ethnic group that has a high risk of a specific genetic disorder, …

May 11, 2023 · Diagnosis To diagnose anemia, your health care provider is likely to ask you about your medical and family history, do a physical exam, and order blood tests. Tests might …

May 11, 2023 · This inherited and sometimes serious condition is a type of hemolytic anemia. An unusual hemoglobin forces red blood cells into an unusual crescent shape, called a sickle.

May 6, 2025 · If your child's health care professional thinks your child might have thalassemia, blood tests can confirm it. Blood tests can reveal the number of red blood cells and irregular …

Jul 27, 2023 · How do you know if you have sickle cell disease? In the U.S., all babies born in a medical facility are automatically screened for sickle cell disease as part of the universal …

Jan 12, 2024 · En la anemia de células falciformes, algunos glóbulos rojos tienen una apariencia de hoz o de luna creciente. Esa forma inusual de las células es lo que da el nombre a la …

Displaying 1-5 out of 5 doctors available Chancey L. Christenson, M.D. Pathologist Clinical Informaticist Jacksonville, FL Areas of focus: Apheresis, Sickle cell anemia, Myasthenia …

Dec 7, 2023 · "Fortunately, in the United States, every baby, as part of their newborn screen, is screened for sickle cell disease," says Dr. Ferdjallah. Babies may not show symptoms until 5 …