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Case Study: Sickle Cell Anemia
Jonathan G.
From my standpoint as an insurance estimator genetically testing infants for SCD is beneficial because it informs the carrier early, but regardless of the fact, Insurance companies can not treat people with genetic disorders/diseases due to the Gene Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008.
Walker H.
From the standpoint of the doctor, these screenings will provide a more adept diagnosis of SCD carriers. It is with high hopes that early diagnosis will allow for a more thorough treatment procedure that might lend itself to a cure.
Mackenzie M.
From the eyes of a lawyer, I see SCD testing as beneficial to the the treatment of the patient and further research towards the disease. I only see fit that the parents of the infant and the physician have full confidential access to the test results. This will ensure the safety of all parties involved.Agreement contracts for treatment, screenings, tests, and lawsuit agreements will be signed to ensure that all legal objectives are in aline. It's my job to protect all parties involved, and prevent lawsuits.
Tori V.
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As a parent of a child with sickle cell anemia , I agree with genetic screening. If my child had been tested at birth, treatment could have begun early on and my family would have had a better opportunity to adjust and organize our plans for treatment. Thus, making adjusting easier on my family and my child.
Sickle cell anemia or SCD is a severe hereditary form of anemia in which a mutated form of hemoglobin distorts cells into a crescent shape at low oxygen levels.
Who is effected by this SCD?
Application: Geno Atkin's Story
Treatments for SCD
Medications such as...
Geno's story begins in his college years, when he discovered that he might have the sickle cell trait. He developed several of the common symptoms and has since been diagnosed with the condition. Atkins hopes to help improve the lives of others diagnosed with the disease by founding a fundraiser for sickle cell anemia research and encourage early diagnostic screenings.
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Sickle cell anemia is more common in certain ethnic groups including African-Americans (among 1 in 12 carries a sickle cell gene), Hispanic-Americans from Central and South America and people of Middle Eastern, Asian, Indian, and Mediterranean descent.
*pictured above Geno Atkins
Sickle Cell Symptoms
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention | Atkin's Story
...can be proven beneficial to the treatment process of SCD, with approval by a medical professional (e.g. hematologist or cardiologist).
pain areas:
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Mandating the Genetic Screenings
Why should testing be mandatory?
With the information presented is it plausible to mandate genetic testing for infants?
whole body: dizziness, fatigue, low oxygen levels, or malaise (general discomfort)
The screenings will ,however, be under the consent of the parent or legal guardian. Those who choose to not have their newborn tested will be subject to a fine of $250 or will be required to fill out an application to exempt their child from the screening and financial penalty.
*pictured above is a heel prick to screen for SCD
Sickle cell disease is a life-long illness. The severity of the condition varies from person to person.There are effective treatments that can reduce symptoms and prolong life. Early diagnosis is key to effective treatment.
also common: abnormal breakdown of red blood cells, delayed development, inflamed fingers or toes, pallor, shortness of breath, or yellow skin and eyes
Mandating the genetic testing of infants in the United States is a plausible and systematic approach that will help to provide a solution to one of the most threatening genetic diseases to people of diverse ethnic groups. Cost of the tests are essentially free for hospitals that routinely screen infants for SCD or relatively minimal at a cost of $25 or less for those that do not.