Sickle Cell

The ASI Sickle Cell Test is a simple and specific test used as an aid in the qualitative detection of hemoglobin S (Hb-S) in anticoagulated whole blood. The test does not distinguish between sickle cell disease (HbS/S) and sickle cell trait (HbS/A). A negative test is normal, a positive test indicates that the person has SCD or sickle cell trait. This test is not recommended for use on newborns under 3 months of age. Kit does not include controls.

Features

• Accurate, easy, and economical
  
• Detects both homozygous (S/S) and heterozygous (A/S) -sickle cell
  
• Contains urea reagent for test confirmation
  
• Turbidity line test based upon modified Nalbandian procedure
  
• Room temperature storage
  
• Longest shelf life - up to 18 Months from date of manufacture.