August 11, 2025Human Biology

Prevalence of Glucose-6-Phosphate Dehydrogenase Deficiency among Indian Populations: A Systematic Review

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G6PD deficiency is more common in males than females, affecting 115,300 individuals across various studies.
The overall frequency of G6PD deficiency is notably higher in populations that engage in consanguineal marriages.
Systematic review analyzed data from 32 studies, providing insights into genetic disease prevalence among Indian populations.
Culturally based practices contribute significantly to the differences in hemolytic genetic disorder rates across groups.

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Systematic review examines G6PD deficiency rates in Indian populations, highlighting cultural marriage practices' role in prevalence.

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