Haematology Flashcards
1
Q
What does G6PD deficiency cause?
A
haemolytic anaemia
2
Q
what does G6PD do?
A
enzyme which protects red blood cells from damage/breakdown from reactive oxygen species (ROS)
3
Q
what causes G6PD deficiency?
A
X linked recessive
- boys need one copy
- girls need 2 copies
4
Q
symptoms of G6PD deficiency?
A
symptoms of haemolytic anaemia
- pale
- jaundice
- dark urine pale stools
- fatigue
- SOB
5
Q
what things should be avoided in people with G6PD deficiency?
A
aspirin
fava beans
certain abs
