LDH Enzyme Test Price in Saudi Arabia | Lahalak Platform
A vital indicator of tissue health. This test measures LDH enzyme levels released during cell damage, helping monitor heart, liver, and lung conditions accurately and effectively for patients.
Scientific name: Lactate Dehydrogenase (LDH) Test
Lactate dehydrogenase (LDH) is an enzyme found in almost all cells of the body, particularly in the heart, liver, muscles, kidneys, lungs, and blood cells. When a cell is damaged or injured, LDH is released into the bloodstream. Therefore, an elevated serum LDH level is a nonspecific indicator of tissue damage or cell death. The enzyme consists of...
Service type
Laboratory test (Blood)
Duration
10-15 minutes
Fasting
Fasting is not required
Included Services
- Detailed analysis of total serum lactate dehydrogenase (LDH) enzyme level
- Consult a specialist to interpret the results.
- Personal support services from Lahalak
Medical Service Information
Conditions & Notices
- Fasting for 8-12 hours before sample collection is preferable, although its effect is less pronounced than with other enzymes. Eating (especially fatty meals) can cause a slight increase in the result.
- Blood should be carefully drawn and transferred to avoid hemolysis within the tube, because the breakdown of red blood cells will release large amounts of LDH and cause a large false elevation in the result.
- The doctor should be informed of any strenuous physical activity performed 24 hours prior to the examination.
- The doctor may order an LDH isoenzyme test if the elevation is significant and the cause is unclear, to help identify the source of the damaged tissue.
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