Why get tested?
To screen for the presence of sickle cell trait or to confirm the presence of sickle cell disease

When to get tested?
If you are of Afro-Carribean descent to determine if you carry one or both genes for sickle cell disease and for antenatal screening

Sample required?
A blood sample drawn from a vein in the arm. In children, a blood sample from a finger-prick or heel-prick