Point Park University

* NCAA Sickle Cell Trait Website
* Sickle Cell Trait - A fact sheet for student-athletes
* Sickle Cell Trait - A fact sheet for coaches

Sickle Cell results are only required for incoming student-athletes, both freshman and transfer students.

International Student-Athletes
The Quest Diagnostic test is simple and quick and can be done in Pittsburgh, with results taking 1-2 days to return. (see Sickle Cell Testing section)

If you would like to bring results from home, please ensure the results are in "English" and clearly shows that the test was negative for the Sickle Cell Trait. Hemoglobin variant tests are accepted if there is an explanation of the test from a physician.

Sickle Cell Testing (Approx. $66)
Follow the link to the Quest Diagnostic website: Quest
* Please Note: You must purchase the test first and then make an appointment once you have completed the purchase. There is a tab to schedule appointment after you have purchased the test.

Quest Diagnostic Test Locations - closest to campus:

Quest Diagnostics - Shadyside
4815 Centre Ave
Ste 106
Pittsburgh, PA 15213-1738

Quest Diagnostics - Oakland
120 Lytton Ave
Ste 100 C
Pittsburgh, PA 15213-1444

Quest Diagnostics - Southside
2310 Jane St
Pittsburgh, PA 15203-2362
 
Once you have your results - upload a copy to your ATS portal under e-files and notify your Athletic Trainer, or email athletictrainers@pointpark.edu
 
The file you upload must contain your name, date of birth, and the result of the test.
 
Please note that even if you have uploaded your results to the ATS system, it must be verified by your athletic trainer. You will be notified once all your medical documentation have been verified and accepted and only then will you be allowed to start practicing with your team.
 
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to reach out to athletictrainers@pointpark.edu via email.