Erythrocyte glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase deficiency-induced anaemia in children in Jos, North-Central Nigeria

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The study found that 40% of children aged 0–5 were G6PD deficient, indicating a significant prevalence in this population.
Among the 51% of children diagnosed with anaemia, 57.5% were specifically due to G6PD deficiency, emphasizing the condition's impact.
The study highlights that 85% of parents were unaware of G6PD and its associated risks, underscoring the need for better education.
Early routine screening for G6PD deficiency is suggested for infants to enable proper intervention and reduce risks.

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Cross-sectional study identifies high prevalence of G6PD deficiency and anaemia in children, highlighting screening needs.

Niandat et al. (2025) studied this question.

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