Genetic counseling is core part in sickle cell anemia.
First confirm it by genetic test before coming to any conclusion.
Basic test can be done to rule out are....
I. Sickling test
I. Reticulocyte count
iii. Serum iron levels
iv. Electrophoresis for haemoglobinopathy.
v.
Complete blood count.
Next Steps
'At risk' couple should receive counseling and advise about it management, family planning and reproductive option before conception.
Answered2017-10-05 13:45:50
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