QUESTION: I have a patient with a low G6PD quantative test. Is it really a genetic deficiency or can I treat them?
ANSWER: Basically there are two options:
1- it is a true deficiency and you find this out on repeat testing.
2- it is transient (which is common) and after treatment with antioxidants, on retesting it is normal. Bottom Line for now: you can’t use oxidative therapies while it is low.