About this test
Sequences the beta-globin gene HBB to identify variants causing beta thalassemia, sickle cell disease (HbS) and other haemoglobin variants.
- Clinical area
- Inherited disorders
- Method
- Sanger sequencing
- Sample
- EDTA whole blood · Extracted DNA · Dried blood spot
- Report languages
- EN · AR · RU
When to order
Raised HbA2 or abnormal haemoglobin electrophoresis, premarital screening, and pregnancy planning for carrier couples.
Results are reported to the ordering physician and should be interpreted in clinical context.
Request this test
Offer this test to your patients.
Contract pricing and turnaround times are provided on request for laboratories and clinics.
Inherited disorders