LDH Body Fluid

Lactate dehydrogenase (LDH) is an enzyme found in various body tissues that helps in energy production. The LDH Body Fluid Test evaluates the enzyme levels in various bodily fluids. This measurement aids in identifying tissue damage or certain diseases. Elevated LDH levels are associated with conditions like heart attack, liver disease, anaemia, and muscular dystrophy.

This test is done to:

• Diagnose conditions affecting body tissues.
• Monitor heart attack recovery.
• Assess for liver disease or muscular dystrophy.
• Detect blood disorders like anaemia.

Doctors might recommend this test if:

• Suspected heart issues or muscle damage
• Liver disease symptoms are present.
• Blood disorder symptoms reported
• Monitoring a cancer patient's response to treatment

Elevated LDH levels could suggest a heart attack, liver disease, anaemia, or muscle injury. However, low levels may indicate malnutrition, a low red blood cell count, or a genetic condition. Discuss the abnormal results with your doctor for a proper diagnosis and further testing.

You can expect:

• Collection of a small amount of body fluid (like pleural or peritoneal fluid).
• The sample is analysed enzymatically in the lab for LDH levels.

Before the test:

• No fasting is required.
• Inform your doctor about any medications you are taking.
• Stay hydrated unless otherwise advised.
• Follow your doctor's advice regarding dietary restrictions or medication changes that might affect test results.

• Creatine Kinase Testing: Measures another enzyme indicating muscle damage.
• Troponin Testing: Detects heart muscle injury.
• Bilirubin Testing: Evaluates liver function by measuring bilirubin levels.

Lactate Dehydrogenase Test or LDH Enzyme Assay

Multi-organ impairment refers to severe dysfunction or damage across various organs in the body due to conditions like sepsis, severe infections, extreme trauma, or widespread cancers that affect multiple organs simultaneously.