Sickle-cell test (sickling)

Which test do we use?

Sickle-cell test according to Daland and Castle

Sampling instructions

2.5 ml blood (EDTA or heparine)

Storage conditions

The sample can be stored at 2-8°C for one week at most.

Important advice

Mention the red blood cel indices and mention the country of origin on the request form.

Frequence

2x / week

Reference values

Negative

Delivery time of the result

On average: 3 days

Accredited

Yes

ISO 15189 – Belac 147-MED

RIZIV-code

553151 / 553162

Loinc-code

801-1

Laatste wijziging op: 17/01/2023