The Sickling Test at Pamel Laboratories is a screening test used to detect the presence of abnormal hemoglobin S—the type responsible for sickle cell disease. This test checks whether red blood cells change into a sickle (crescent) shape under reduced oxygen conditions, which can lead to painful crises, anemia, and organ complications.
It is a quick and essential test, especially for individuals with a family history of sickle cell disease or in regions where the condition is common. Positive results are typically followed up with a confirmatory test, such as Hemoglobin Electrophoresis