Sickle Cell Testing Services at AFC Urgent Care North Waltham

Sickle Cell Testing Services for College Athletes Available in Waltham, MA

College athletes are required to complete sickle cell testing before the start of their season. If you’re a college student near Boston, MA, in need of a sickle cell test, AFC Urgent Care North Waltham has you covered. Our clinic provides simple blood testing for sickle cell disease, with results typically available within a few days. Our clinic offers convenient sickle cell testing services on a walk-in basis with no appointment needed—just walk in for same-day testing, or save your spot online in advance below.

Walk-In Sickle Cell Testing Available near Waltham, MA

The NCAA requires all college athletes to complete a sickle cell test prior to the start of the season. Sickle cell tests help determine whether an athlete has sickle cell disease, a condition that can cause serious health complications during intense physical activity. While not contagious, the condition can affect an athlete’s ability to safely participate in sports, so it is important to receive testing prior to the start of the season.

At AFC Urgent Care North Waltham, we provide convenient sickle cell tests on a walk-in basis. Our sickle cell tests require a simple blood test that is then sent to a certified outside lab for analysis. Results are typically ready in just a few days. Patients are welcome to walk into the clinic any day of the week for testing. We’re open every day from 8 AM and 8 PM, including on weekends.

Walk Into AFC Urgent Care North Waltham for Same-Day Sickle Cell Testing

AFC Urgent Care North Waltham offers convenient sickle cell testing for NCAA athletes on a walk-in basis. Our clinic in Waltham, MA, is open 7 days a week from 8am to 8pm. Simply walk into the clinic when it’s convenient for your schedule. Since insurance coverage for this test can vary, we provide affordable self-pay options for patients paying out of pocket for testing. Stop by today, or call us at (781) 701-0900 to learn more.