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This test has indicated that you have two variants in the beta hemoglobin gene (HBB):
- This test only tests for the common variants in HBB – called Hb S and Hb C – which cause sickle cell disease.
- This test cannot be used to make a diagnosis of sickle cell disease.
- If this result is unexpected, you can use this guide as a starting point for your discussion with your health care provider.
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