UK screening policy - haemoglobinopathy and sickle cell disease

Last reviewed 01/2018

Haemoglobinopathy and Sickle cell disease

Screening for sickle cell disease has been introduced for all newborn babies in England. By April 2005 coverage was estimated at about 87%.

Reference:

  1. National Electronic Library for Screening - Haemoglobinopathy and Sickle Cell Guidance