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G6PD QUALITATIVE REFLEX QUANTITATIVE ESTIMATION

This test initially screens for G6PD deficiency, a condition that can cause hemolysis. If positive, it is followed by a quantitative test to determine the severity of the deficiency.

Available via

Home Collection, Lab Visit

Contains

4 parameters

Earliest reports in

Same Day

Test details

G6PD QUALITATIVE REFLEX QUANTITATIVE ESTIMATION Test in Mysuru Mysore Overview

Preparations

No special preparations needed

Test included
G6PD QUALITATIVE REFLEX QUANTITATIVE ESTIMATION includes 4 parameters

  • G-6-pd Activity
  • Impression

  • G-6-pd Quantitative
  • Hemoglobin
Frequently Asked Questions

This two-step test initially screens for G6PD deficiency using a qualitative method and confirms with quantitative analysis if deficient.

To detect glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase deficiency, which can cause hemolytic anemia in response to certain drugs or foods.

A blood sample is screened using a qualitative test. If abnormal, a quantitative enzyme activity assay is conducted.

Low G6PD activity confirms deficiency. Carriers may show intermediate results, especially females due to X-linked inheritance.

Avoid testing during or immediately after a hemolytic episode for accurate results.

Test code

9212RFX

Specimen vol. and vacutainer information
SpecimenVacutainerVolume
Edta Whole BloodLavender Vacutainer2 ML

Specimen stability information

Edta Whole Blood

Collection instructions

Clinical History, Age & Gender Is Mandatory

Specimen rejection criteria

Test run frequency

'

Turn around time

Same Day

Performing locations

Department

  • Haemotology
  • Bio Chemistry

CPT and Loinc codes

G6PD QUALITATIVE REFLEX QUANTITATIVE ESTIMATION

₹1600