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Epic Test Code LAB188 Lactic Dehydrogenase (LDH): Body Fluid

Performing Location(s)

BMC

Specimen Type

Body Fluid

Preferred Container

Red top tube

Alternate Container

Green top tube

Minimum Volume to Submit for Testing

0.5 mL Body Fluid

  • Multiple test can be performed from this volume. For question please contact the lab at 547-3975.  

Storage Requirements

Specimens not delivered to the laboratory within 1 hour should be refrigerated

Transportation Needs

Deliver specimens to the laboratory within 1 hour of collection. If not possible see "Storage Requirements". 

Causes for Rejection

Mislabeled or unlabeled specimen

Specimen frozen

Specimen too viscous to analyze or clotted

> 2 hours at Room Temperature

> 3 days Refrigerated

Reference Values

Population Units Reference Range
All populations U/L Not Established.

 

Days of Analysis

All

Available STAT

Yes

Includes

Fluid type and total volume indicated on report if provided on the requisition.

Additional Information

Other Requirements:

Indicate body fluid type and volume is appropriate on the laboratory requisition.

DO NOT FREEZE SPECIMEN

Methodology

Beckman AU/Dx Series

CPT Code

83615

Last Updated

30-Mar-19