Laboratory Medicine Program


Lactate dehydrogenase
(LD)

Clinical Decription:
The measurement of lactate dehydrogenase is used mainly in the diagnosis and treatment of myocardial and pulmonary infarction. They may also be used to monitor extensive cancer and cancer chemotherapy.
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Method: Automated method; c8000

Component Tests Used: n/a

Reference Ranges Used:
<= 190 U/L

Specimen Type: serum or plasma
Collected In: Lithium heparin
Volume: 3 mL (minimum: 1 mL)

Shipping: Room temperature

Special Instructions: Separate a.s.a.p. Avoid hemolysis.Do not refrigerate or freeze.

Testing Schedule(s): on demand.

Turnaround Time: 1 day

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