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HelpTest Code LDHFL Lactate Dehydrogenase, fluid
Specimen Requirements
Specimen Type: Body Fluid
Specimen Source: Peritoneal Dialysate (PD Fluid)
Pericardial Fluid
Peritoneal Fluid
Pleural Fluid
Synovial Fluid
Ascites Fluid
Container/Tube: Plain Sterile Container
Volume: 30mL
Minimum Volume: 3.0mL
Collection Instructions: For NUHS use only. Samples must be sent to the Laboratory immediately.
Sample Stability
** Preferred temperatures for storage prior to and during shipping to NUH **
| Specimen Type: | Body Fluid |
|---|---|
| Ambient: | Send the specimen to the laboratory immediately. |
| Refrigerate: | Storage of fluid is not recommended |
| Frozen: | Storage of fluid is not recommended |
Reference Interval
LDH may be falsely increased in haemolysed samples.
Days and Times Performed
24 hours, TAT 1 day
Methodology
Lactate to Pyruvate (IFCC)
Service Code
31017
Update
Last updated 15/10/2024
Updated on reference interval statement
Unacceptable Condition
| Haemolysis | NA |
|---|---|
| Icterus | NA |
| Lipaemic | NA |
| Others | NA |
Testing Laboratory
National University Hospital
Clinical Chemistry, 67724346
Useful For
Increased in megaloblastic and pernicious anaemia, extensive carcinomatosis, viral hepatitis, shock, hypoxia, extreme hyperthermia, cirrhosis, obstructive jaundice, renal diseases, skeletal muscle diseases, neoplastic diseases and congestive heart failure