Laboratory Medicine Program
 
Lactate dehydrogenase, fluid 
(LD, fluid)
	        
	
		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.
		
	
		<br/><em>Bayer Advia 2650 Lactate dehydrogenase package insert
Bayer Advia Manufacturer's Manual</em>
	
Method: Automated method; Advia
Component Tests Used: n/a
Reference Ranges Used:
N/A
		Specimen Type: Red, no additive
		Volume: 3 mL (minimum: 1 mL)
	
Shipping: room temperature or 4C
Special Instructions: n/a
Testing Schedule(s): on demand.
Turnaround Time: 1 day
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