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SICKLE CELL SCREEN

Test Code
SCS


Preferred Specimen
LAVENDER TOP TUBE


Specimen Stability
2 weeks


Limitations
False negatives can occur with hemoglobin levels less than 5g/dl.  Low levels of hemoglobin S are frequently observed in infants less than 6 months in age, testing after 6 months is recommended.  False positive results can occur with hemoglobin C Harlem and Georgetown, and other rare variants.


Clinical Significance
Test which differentiates hemoglobin S from most other types of hemoglobin.




The CPT Codes provided in this document are based on AMA guidelines and are for informational purposes only. CPT coding is the sole responsibility of the billing party. Please direct any questions regarding coding to the payor being billed. Any Profile/panel component may be ordered separately. Reflex tests are performed at an additional charge.