G6PD deficiency is one of a number of causes of hemolytic anemia. In many
cases, the hemolysis is mild and not noticed until a provoking incident,
such as:
- Sulfonamides
- Primaquine
- Ingestion of Fava Beans
- Serious viral or bacterial infection
G6PD Levels may be elevated in:
- Liver failure
- Myocardial infarction
- Chronic blood loss
- Hyperthyroidism
G6PD Levels are decreased in G6PD deficiency.
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Normal Values*
*These are general values taken from a variety of
sources. The actual normal values may vary from lab to lab and from one
type of testing protocol to another.
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The information contained here is an
abbreviated summary. For more detailed and complete information, consult the
manufacturer's product information sheets or standard textbooks
Source:
Operational Medicine 2001, Health
Care in Military Settings, NAVMED P-5139, May 1, 2001, Bureau
of Medicine and Surgery, Department of the Navy, 2300 E Street NW, Washington,
D.C., 20372-5300
Military Obstetrics & Gynecology
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