Apr 5, 2023 · All types of porphyria involve a problem making heme. Heme is a part of hemoglobin. Hemoglobin is the protein in red blood cells that carries oxygen from the lungs to …

Apr 5, 2023 · Diagnosis. Many symptoms of porphyria are like those of other more common diseases. Because porphyria is rare, it can be difficult to diagnose. Lab tests are needed to …