LDH Synovial Fluid
					Order Name
					
						SYN LDH 
					
					
Test Number: 3500850
Revision Date 06/11/2003
				
			Test Number: 3500850
Revision Date 06/11/2003
| Test Name | Methodology | LOINC Code | 
|---|---|---|
| 
								
									LDH Synovial Fluid
									
								 | 
							
								Lactate - Pyruvate (NAD) | 68453-0 | 
| SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Specimen | Specimen Volume (min) | Specimen Type | Specimen Container | Transport Environment | 
| Preferred | 1 mL (0.5) | Synovial Fluid | Sterile Screwtop Container | Refrigerated | 
| Instructions | Venous blood is often drawn simultaneously. Note fluid type on requisition and container. Specimen stability: Ambient 8 hours. Refrigerated 7 days. | |||
| GENERAL INFORMATION | |
|---|---|
| Testing Schedule | Daily | 
| Expected TAT | 1-2 days | 
| Clinical Use | LD may be useful in diagnosing liver disease and conditions causing hemolysis | 
| CPT Code(s) | 83615 | 
| Lab Section | Chemistry |