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14 Treatments for G6PD Deficiency

9

Tests

2	Medical Procedures

2

Self Care

1	Herbs and Supplements

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In a typical attack of hemolytic anemia, no treatment is needed; the patient will recover in about eight days. However, blood transfusions are necessary in severe cases. Recent success treating elevated bilirubin in newborns by exposing them to bright light has decreased the nee...[read article]

Tests for G6PD Deficiency

1. Quantitative Glucose-6-Phosphate Dehydrogenase Deficiency (G6PD) Lever Test A G6PD test measures the levels of glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase (G6PD), an enzyme (type of protein) in the blood. G6PD helps red blood cells function normally.... More
2. Serum Direct Bilirubin Test A bilirubin test is a diagnostic blood test performed to measure levels of bile pigment in an individual's blood serum and to help evaluate liver function. More
3. History and Physical Exam A physical examination is a routine test your doctor performs to check your overall health. It is also known as a wellness check. A physical examination helps your ... More
4. Reticulocyte Count Reticulocytes are immature red blood cells. A reticulocyte count (also known as a retic count, reticulocyte index, or corrected reticulocyte) is a measurement and p... More
5. Complete Blood Count (CBC) Test A complete blood count, or CBC, is an easy and very common test that screens for certain disorders that can affect your health. A CBC measures several components of... More
6. G6PD Screening Test A G6PD test measures the levels of glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase (G6PD), an enzyme (type of protein) in the blood. G6PD helps red blood cells function normally.... More
7. Peripheral Blood Smear A blood smear is a diagnostic test used to look for abnormalities within the blood. The cell types are examined under a microscope for unusual shapes or sizes. Ther... More
8. Liver Function Tests Liver function tests help determine the health of your liver by measuring levels of proteins, enzymes, or bilirubin in your blood. Many tests can be performed on th... More
9. Haptoglobin Test This test is done to help evaluate a person for hemolytic anemia . More
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Medical Procedures for G6PD Deficiency

1. Advice to Discontinue Suspected Medication
2. Oxygen Therapy Oxygen may be classified as an element, a gas, and a drug. Oxygen therapy is the administration of oxygen at concentrations greater than that in room air to treat o... More
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Self Care for G6PD Deficiency

1. Bed Rest
2. Avoid Eating Fava Beans
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Herbs and Supplements for G6PD Deficiency What's this?

1. vitamin E Vitamin E is a fat-soluble vitamin with antioxidant properties. Vitamin E exists in eight different forms (isomers): alpha, beta, gamma, and delta tocopherol; ... More Efficacy Grade C
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