Test Code LD Lactate Dehydrogenase (LD), Plasma

Performing Laboratory

NRL-Chemistry

Enzymatic Rate
Note: Do not confuse this test with #LA “Lactic Acid, Plasma or Spinal Fluid.”

Specimen Type: Plasma

Container/Tube: Light-green top (lithium heparin)

Specimen Volume: 2 mL

Collection Instructions:

1. Spin down unopened (vacuum intact) tube within 45 minutes of draw.

2. Avoid hemolysis.

3. Label specimen as plasma.

Refrigerate

Monday through Sunday

Turnaround Time:

STAT-45 minutes

Routine-shift

0-1 year: 140-325 U/L

2-4 years: 140-320 U/L

5-11 years: 130-260 U/L

12-15 years: 130-250 U/L

≥16 years: 100-220 U/L

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