Lab test · Clinical Pathology
Porphobilinoge ( PBG )
The Porphobilinogen (PBG) test measures PBG levels in urine or blood to help diagnose porphyria and related metabolic disorders.The Porphobilinogen (PBG) test measures PBG levels in urine or blood to help diagnose porphyria and related metabolic disorders.
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Preparation
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About this test
The Porphobilinogen (PBG) test measures PBG levels in urine or blood to help diagnose porphyria and related metabolic disorders.
The Porphobilinogen (PBG) test is used to measure the level of porphobilinogen, a precursor in the heme synthesis pathway. Abnormal accumulation of PBG is associated with a group of rare metabolic disorders known as porphyrias.
Elevated PBG levels are particularly indicative of acute porphyrias, which can cause symptoms such as severe abdominal pain, neurological disturbances, and sensitivity to light.
The purpose of this test is to
- To measure porphobilinogen levels
- To help diagnose porphyria
- To evaluate metabolic disorders related to heme synthesis
- To investigate unexplained neurological or abdominal symptoms
- To support early detection and management
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