Biochemistry
| Full details for "Lactate Dehydrogenase (LDH)". | |
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Name |
Lactate Dehydrogenase (LDH) |
Alternative name/Profile |
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Department |
Biochemistry |
Investigation |
Serum LDH levels may be measured in the investigation of disorders affecting the blood, heart, liver, muscle and lungs, amongst other tissues. In addition, it may have a role in monitoring the response to treatment in certain malignancies e.g. lymphoma, testicular cancer. |
Specimen type |
Serum |
Sample type |
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Sample container & volume |
5 mL - Red Tube |
Frequency of analysis |
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Turnaround time |
1 day |
Availability |
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Notes |
Haemolysis invalidates. Separate serum or plasma from clot or cells as soon as possible. Delayed separation may cause increased LDH |
Related links |
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Reference range |
135 - 250 IU/L |
Last updated |
Fri, 17 Oct 2025 13:20:54 IST |