Test Code LDH Lactate Dehydrogenase (LD), Plasma or Serum
Additional Codes
Ordering Mnemonic |
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LDH |
Methodology
Multi Point Rate
Performing Laboratory
Holland Hospital Laboratory Services
Specimen Requirements
Submit only 1 of the following specimens:
Plasma
Container/Tube: Mint-top (lithium heparin) tube
Specimen Volume: 1 mL of plasma
Collection Instructions:
1. Indicate plasma.
2. Label specimen appropriately (plasma).
3. Centrifuge within 1 hour of collection.
Serum
Container/Tube: Serum gel tube
Specimen Volume: 1 mL of serum
Collection Instructions:
1. Indicate serum.
2. Label specimen appropriately (serum).
3. Centrifuge within 1 hour of collection.
Specimen Transport Temperature
Ambient
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday
Available STAT
Test Classification and CPT Coding
83615 (HH Bill Code 0205140)
Reference Values
98-210 U/L
Tumor marker results obtained can vary due to the difference in assay methods, reagent specificity and manufacturer. Test performed on the Ortho Vitros 7600.