Test Details

G6PD test detects a deficiency of the enzyme that safeguards red blood cells against oxidative stress. A deficiency makes a person more vulnerable to hemolysis when exposed to certain foods such as legumes, specific medications, or infections. This can lead to acute hemolytic anemia with symptoms such as fatigue, yellowing of the skin and eyes, and dark-colored urine.

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G6PD

Test Code: MTC00437

G6PD test measures the activity of the enzyme that protects red blood cells from damage and prevents their breakdown.

Sample Type

Blood

Preparation

Without Fasting

TAT

Within 10 to 14 working days

20.
000
KWD
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The main purpose of the G6PD test is to detect enzyme deficiency to protect red blood cells from hemolysis.
Enzyme deficiency means red blood cells are less able to resist oxidative stress, increasing the risk of breakdown.
Enzyme deficiency makes red blood cells more prone to destruction when exposed to triggers, causing hemolytic anemia.
Foods such as legumes, certain medications, and infections can trigger red blood cell breakdown in enzyme deficiency.
Common symptoms include severe fatigue, yellowing of the skin and eyes, and dark-colored urine.
Yes, enzyme deficiency is often inherited and can be passed from parents to children.
G6PD test is important because it helps prevent severe hemolytic episodes and guides avoidance of triggering substances.
Enzyme deficiency affects the body temporarily when triggers are present, but the underlying condition is permanent.
Enzyme deficiency can be managed by avoiding trigger foods and medications and monitoring for signs of hemolytic anemia.
Yes, knowing the condition helps a person adapt and live normally by avoiding triggers

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