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What is glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase deficiency?
G6PD deficiency is caused by one copy of a defective G6PD gene in males or two copies of a defective G6PD gene in females. Hemolytic anemic attacks can be caused by oxidants, infection, and or by eating fava beans.
Can g6pd deficiency occur in females?
Yes it can. Refer to g6pddeficiency.org for more information
Can women get G6PD deficiency?
Yes, women can have G6PD deficiency. The condition is inherited in an X-linked recessive pattern, which means that females need to inherit two copies of the defective gene, one from each parent, to have the full-blown deficiency. However, women who inherit one copy of the gene can still be carriers and may pass the gene on to their children.
Why the patient that have g6pd deficient cannot take paracetamol and why?
Can you be around fire works if you have g6pd
Hazelnut avoided in g6pd defficiency?
No
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.
Thalassemia is it the same as G6PD?
No, it is not. G6PD (Glucose-6-Phosphate-Dehydrogenase) is an enzyme which protects the red blood cells under specific circustances. These specific circumstances include - certain drugs/medications (sulfonamides, antimalarial drugs, salicylates) - diet (fava beans) - infections - fever - acidosis. Individuals, born with a deficiency of this enzyme, are not efficiently protected. Meaning, if they are subjected for a longer time to any of these specific substances or conditions, their unprotected red blood cells could suffer damage. Due to this damage, the red blood cells are destroyed - leading to bleeding (hemolytic episodes). This inborn deficiency is X-linked, which means, it primarily effects males, partial involvement or carrier situation applies to females. This aspect is similar to that of Thalassemia, as Thalassemia is also an inherited condition, which effects males primarily, and females are mainly the carriers. But, G6PD is a deficiency of an enzyme (Glucose-6-Phosphate-Dehydrogenase), and Thalassemia is caused by a genetic fault, which impairs the synthesis (production) of haemoglobin, the red blood cells' oxygen-carrying molecules. While G6PD deficiency is active only at the above specific circumstances, Thalassemia is constantly present.
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
Does paracetamol produce hemolysis in patients with G6PD?
no
