Test ID NBLD0175 LDH, Body Fluid
AKA
BF LD
Lactate Dehydrogenase
Specimen type/Requirements
Sterile Container - Body Fluid
Red top (Serum w/out gel) tube - Body Fluid
Test is affected by hemolysis. Test is affected by lipemia.
Specimen Volume
Preferred Volume | 1.0 mL |
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Minimum Volume | 0.5 mL |
Stability/Transport
Room Temperature | Not Acceptable | |
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Refrigerated | 24 hours | Preferred for transport |
Frozen | Not Acceptable |
Performed Test Frequency
Monday through Sunday
Methodology
Enzymatic-Lactate to Pyruvate (NADH)
Performing Lab
Sanford Laboratories Bismarck
CPT
83615