Acute Hepatic Porphyria Report

Acute Hepatic PorphyriaAcute Hepatic Porphyria is due to an enzymatic alteration of porphyrin biosynthesis, which leads to the intratissue accumulation of potentially toxic metabolic by-products. In this form, the deficient enzyme is ALAD, otherwise known as porphobilinogen synthase.1 gene analyzed genes analyzed It is recommended if: This report is indicated for those with suggestive clinical and biochemical features of porphyria. The genetic test can also be used to help inform a diagnosis when a patient is not having an acute attack. List of main conditions: Porphyria, acute hepatic