Glucose 6 Phosphate Dehydrogenase an overview ScienceDirect Topics G6pd glucose6phosphate dehydrogenase pathway vector illustration graphic Premium Vector Pharmacological targeting of glucose 6 phosphate dehydrogenase in human erythrocytes by Bay 117082, parthenolide and dimethyl fumarate Scientific Reports G6PD Deficiency Glucose 6 phosphate dehydrogenase deficiency X linked recessive disorder Leads to low NADPH, impairing glutathione regeneration RBCs are vulnerable to oxidative damage Pathophysiology: In G6PD deficiency: No Metabolism: The pentose phosphate pathway and G6PD deficiency (practice) Khan Academy Glucose 6 Phosphate Dehydrogenase