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Sickle cell anemia
Tests and diagnosis
- Cordocentesis Cordocentesis — Overview covers definition, risks, results of this prenatal diagnostic test.
- Hemoglobin test Hemoglobin test — Overview covers definition, preparation, results of this blood test.
- Genetic testing Genetic testing — Overview covers why genetic testing is done, preparation and results.
- Amniocentesis Amniocentesis — Overview covers definition, risks, results of this prenatal test.
Complications
- Priapism: Prolonged erection Priapism — Comprehensive overview covers symptoms, causes and treatment of this disorder of the penis.
Treatments and drugs
- Blood transfusion Blood transfusion — Overview covers benefits, risks and what to expect.
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