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.

Also known asG6pd Qualitative Reflex Test Quantitative Estimation G6pd Qualitative Reflex Test Quantitative Estimation

Available via

Home Collection, Lab Visit

Contains

4 parameters

Earliest reports in

Same Day

Test details

G6PD QUALITATIVE REFLEX QUANTITATIVE ESTIMATION Test in Vadodara 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

1550