Book a Test- NBS - Glucose 6 phospate Dehydrogenase (G6PD)

The Newborn Screening (NBS) test for Glucose-6-phosphate Dehydrogenase (G6PD) is a diagnostic tool used to detect G6PD deficiency in newborns. G6PD is an enzyme that helps protect red blood cells from damage caused by oxidation. A deficiency in G6PD can lead to hemolytic anemia, a condition characterized by the premature destruction of red blood cells. The NBS test for G6PD measures the level of G6PD enzyme activity in a newborn's blood. A low level of G6PD enzyme activity indicates a deficiency, which can be confirmed through further testing. Early detection of G6PD deficiency is crucial, as it can help prevent complications and ensure that affected individuals receive proper care and treatment. The test is typically performed on a heel prick blood sample collected from newborns within the first few days of life.