Lactate Dehydrogenase

Test information: To help identify the cause and location of tissue damage in the body, and to monitor its progress. LDH is elevated in a wide variety of conditions reflecting its wide spread tissue distribution.

Specimen Type(s)

• Blood;

Other Acceptable Specimen Type(s)

N/A

Specimen Container - Adult

• Gold Top SST BD;

Specimen Container - Paediatric

• Light Green Top Microtainer BD;

Analytes

• N/A;

Part of a test profile?

No

Volume (min) of sample to be sent to laboratory

4ml

Patient Preparation, Sample Handling and Transport

Samples stored at +4C are unsuitable for analysis

Maximum add on time

Not allowed if stored in fridge Add on same day

Units and Reference Ranges / Interpretation

RR for Male and Female - less than 15dys - 309 - 1222 U/L 15dys to less than 1 yr - 163 - 452 U/L 1yr to less than 10yrs - 192 - 321 U/L RR for Female - 10yrs to less 15yrs - 157 - 272 U/L RR for Male - 10yrs to less 15yrs - 170 - 283 U/L RR for Male and Female 15yrs to less than 19yrs - 130 - 250 U/L 19yrs & above - 125 - 220 U/L

UKAS number

8869

UKAS accredited test?

Yes

Comments

N/A

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