2 - 5 days
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Glucose-6-Phosphate Dehydrogenase Deficiency
G6PD, Quantitative
Glucose-6-Phosphate Dehydrogenase, Quantitative
G6PDQ
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Test Overview
Kinetic Spectrophotometry (SP)
Evaluation of individuals with Coombs-negative nonspherocytic hemolytic anemia.
8.8 - 13.4 U/g hemoglobin. Abnormal values are usually 0 - 20% of normal mean.
* Reference ranges may change over time. Please refer to the original patient report when evaluating results.
Specimen Requirements
Collect specimen in a yellow top (ACD) solution B tube preferred; Lav top (EDTA) or ACD solution A are acceptable. Send 6.0 mL of intact whole blood. Refrigerate. Do not transfer blood to other containers.