One thing I would suggest is that since this is a genetic disease, once you have found a case—it is worth advising the family to get cousins/siblings tested as they are much more likely than the general population to have the disease. The first sickling crisis can be fatal so early diagnosis is really important.
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One thing I would suggest is that since this is a genetic disease, once you have found a case—it is worth advising the family to get cousins/siblings tested as they are much more likely than the general population to have the disease. The first sickling crisis can be fatal so early diagnosis is really important.
This is sensible and we agree. We will take it into consideration.