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People that are G6PD deficient are so because of a mutated gene on the X chromosome. In some cases, the symptoms do not appear later on in life as red cell production decreases; however, the person is deficient from conception, as their body is unable to to make any, or enough, g6pd. To put it in laymen's terms, G6PD is involved in a cellular process that helps your red blood cell's ability to fight oxidative stress. Too much stress, they die, and so can your body. However, if all foods, meds and other contraindicated substances are avoided (just like Superman avoided Kryptonite), most people can do quite well and live symptom free!
For the most up to date and accurate information on the web concerning G6PD go to: g6pddeficiency.org
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Why the patient that have g6pd deficient cannot take paracetamol and why?
Can you be around fire works if you have g6pd
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osteoporosis
What is MagnaPhate tablets for?
Treat Magnesium deficency
Hazelnut avoided in g6pd defficiency?
No
What is deficency diseases?
The disease in which we have lack of vitamins proteins
Medical term for deficency in clotting cells?
Thrombocytopenia
In a school there are 15 boys at age 12 sixteen boys at age of 15 and eighteen boys at age of 14. what is the average age of boys.?
(15*12+16*15+18*14)/4913.7142857 is the true average age
Is there a genetic test for deficiency of G6PD?
Yes. Direct DNA testing and sequencing of the G6PD gene are possible, and there is also a fast an inexpensive test called the "Beutler flourescent spot test" that can be performed on the blood of a patient suspected of having G6PD.
What are the symptoms of G6PD?
The most significant consequence of this disorder is hemolytic anemia, which is usually episodic, but the vast majority of people with G6PD deficiency have no symptoms.
Can you take tramadol with g6pd?
Tramadol is not on the list of contraindicated drugs for those with G6PD. Remember to always tell your doctor and pharmacist that you are G6PD Deficient and have them verify that the medicine is allowable for your use. An answer of 'probably' isn't really acceptable from a doctor making $300 an hour ;)
What color tube is used for G6PD?
lavender
What is a normal range of G6PD?
5-13
