G6PD Deficiency Screening
فحص نقص إنزيم G6PD
Sample Type
🧪 Blood
Results In
⏱ 24 Hours
Fasting
✅ Not Required
Parameters
📊 1
What is G6PD Deficiency Screening?
Screens for Glucose-6-Phosphate Dehydrogenase deficiency, one of the most common enzyme disorders worldwide and particularly prevalent in the Middle East, Africa, and Southeast Asia.
Why is this test important?
G6PD deficiency is X-linked and very common in UAE nationals and Middle Eastern populations. Affected individuals are at risk of hemolytic anemia triggered by certain medications, foods (fava beans), or infections.
How to Prepare
No special preparation required. Best tested when not in active hemolytic episode.
Test Parameters & Normal Ranges
| Parameter | Normal Range | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| G6PD Activity | 7 – 20.4 | U/g Hb |
Frequently Asked Questions
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