A G6PD test measures the levels of glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase (G6PD), an enzyme in your blood. An enzyme is a type of protein that’s important for cell function. G6PD helps red blood cells (RBCs) function normally.
The deficiency of G6PD can lead to a certain type of anemia known as hemolytic anemia. The G6PD test is often used to determine the causes of hemolytic anemia.
Reference Values
> or =12 months: 8.8-13.4 U/g Hb for patients who are <12 months of age.
