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HelpTest Code LAB188 Lactate Dehydrogenase, Fluid
Collection:
Specimen: Fluid (specify fluid type on lab request)
Container: Plain Tube (preferred) or sterile specimen container
Volume: Minimum 1 mL
Stability:
Send specimen to Lab within 4 hours of collection.
Ambient: 8 Hours
Refrigerated (preferred): 4 Days
Frozen: 2 Weeks
Turn Around Time (TAT):
STAT: 1 HOUR
Routine: 4 HOURS
Test Availability:
24 hours a day / 7 days a week
Reference Interval:
Interpretation by physician.
Interpretive Data:
Disclaimer: There are no reference ranges established for this laboratory specimen type. The laboratory excluded the matrix interface affecting body fluid testing. Full performance characteristics of each test were not validated. Interpret with caution.
This test has been modified from the manufacturer's instructions. Its performance characteristics were determined by the Medical University of South Carolina Hospital Authority in a manner consistent with CLIA requirements. This test has not been cleared or approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
Additional Test Codes
LDH F
Performing Laboratory Section
Chemistry / UMC MAIN LABORATORY