The G6PD test looks at an enzyme that protects red cells. It is done for: before primaquine for malaria, newborn jaundice.
General health information, not a diagnosis. In an emergency, call 102. Always consult a qualified health professional.
Before primaquine for malaria, newborn jaundice.
No fasting needed. Laboratory-specific; see the reference range on your report. High or positive may mean: Normal. Low or negative may mean: Deficiency: some medicines and foods can break red cells. General information, not a diagnosis. Results must be interpreted by a qualified health worker.
An enzyme that protects red cells.
Blood
Normal.
Deficiency: some medicines and foods can break red cells.
Reference ranges vary by lab, age and sex — always use the range printed on your own report.
Consult a doctor to interpret results — a single test does not make a diagnosis.
Uses your location once to list the nearest facilities. Nothing is stored.
What does the G6PD test measure?
An enzyme that protects red cells.
Why is the G6PD test done?
Before primaquine for malaria, newborn jaundice.
Do I need to fast for the G6PD test?
No fasting needed.
What does a high or positive G6PD test mean?
Normal.
What does a low or negative G6PD test mean?
Deficiency: some medicines and foods can break red cells.
What is the normal range for the G6PD test?
Laboratory-specific; see the reference range on your report.
Why is G6PD test done?
Before primaquine for malaria, newborn jaundice.
Do I need to prepare or fast for G6PD test?
No fasting needed. Laboratory-specific; see the reference range on your report. High or positive may mean: Normal. Low or negative may mean: Deficiency: some medicines and foods can break red cells. General information, not a diagnosis. Results must be interpreted by a qualified health worker.
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