G6PD Enzyme Quantitative Test Price | Lahalak Platform
Protect yourself from sudden hemolysis by accurately measuring G6PD enzyme activity, an essential test for diagnosing favism and avoiding dangerous food or drug triggers.
Scientific name: G6PD Enzyme Quantitative Test
The quantitative glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase (G6PD) test measures the activity of the enzyme G6PD in the blood (usually in red blood cells). G6PD is an essential enzyme in the pentose phosphatase pathway, which protects cells (especially red blood cells) from oxidative damage by producing NADPH and reduced glutathione. Its deficiency is the m...
Service type
Laboratory test (Blood)
Duration
10-15 minutes
Fasting
Fasting is not required
Included Services
- A precise quantitative analysis to measure the enzymatic activity of glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase (G6PD) in red blood cells.
- Consult a hematologist or pediatrician to interpret the results.
- Personal support services from Halak.
Medical Service Information
Conditions & Notices
- It is not recommended to perform the test during or immediately after an acute hemolytic attack (it is preferable to wait 6-8 weeks).
- Fasting is not usually required, but it is preferable to follow the laboratory's instructions.
- Blood is drawn into a tube containing an anticoagulant (EDTA - purple tube).
- The doctor and laboratory must be informed of the history of any recent hemolytic episode.
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