Understanding G6PD Deficiency: A Medical Laboratory Perspective 🩺💉
What is G6PD Deficiency? 🔹Glucose-6-Phosphate Dehydrogenase (G6PD) deficiency is an inherited enzymatic disorder where red blood cells (RBCs) lack sufficient G6PD, an enzyme crucial for maintaining their structural integrity. 🔹Without enough G6PD, RBCs are more prone to damage and premature destruction, leading to hemolysis (RBC breakdown). Why is G6PD Important? * The enzyme acts as … Read more