Early screening allows one the opportunity to determine whether or not the child has the sickle cell disease or if the child is a carrier, that is, they have the sickle cell trait. It is also recommended that all pregnant women ensure that they know their sickle cell status and that of their infants at birth. If you or your partner have sickle cell disease or the trait you can have a prenatal test to find out if your baby has the disease or the trait.
The Adam A Smith Legacy sickle cell foundation Inc mission is to make life better for people with sickle cell, all types, by providing social assistance for youth and adults.