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It is a test which is used to measure the level of G6PD in the blood which is glucose 6 -dehydrogenase. If enough of G6PD is not present it is called G6PD deficiency a genetic disorder that affects mainly males.
G6PD is an enzyme which is required for the proper functioning of red blood cells. When enough G6PD is not present, red blood cells are destroyed faster than the amount they get replaced. As a result, all the tissues of the body don’t get enough oxygen.
The normal value of G6PD in blood is 8.6 units/gram of Hb – 18.6 units/gram of Hb.
Other names of the test include:
This test is often done to diagnose G6PD deficiency.
Usually, people with G6PD deficiency don’t show any symptoms without some triggers which as a result cause red cell destruction. Triggers include:
If the amount of G6PD is less in the blood it means G6PD deficiency is present. Also, a risk of developing hemolytic anaemia is present in people with this disorder.
A slightly lower level of this might be indicative of a carrier stated for this condition. The carrier women usually have healthy red blood cells but have a risk of passing it to their children.
No special preparations are required before the test.
Preparations done before the test are not to drink or eat anything 8 hours before the test.
This health condition can be managed if the triggering factors for it are identified. Thus, certain things are to be avoided as per your physician.
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