LDH BODY FLUID

Test Code
BFLDH


CPT Codes
83615

Preferred Specimen
FLUID


Transport Container
PLAIN RED


Transport Temperature
ROOM TEMP


Setup Schedule
Set Up:
Report Available:


Reference Range
LDH, BODY FLUID


Clinical Significance
LDH is found in all cells of the body, with extremely high levels found in specific tissues such as the heart, liver, kidneys, skeletal muscle, and erythrocytes. Fluids for laboratory examination are collected by needle aspiration from body cavities. These aspiration procedures could include thoracentesis (pleural), pericardiacentesis (pericardial), synovial (joint) fluid and paracentesis (peritoneal). Fluid LDH activity is normally much less than the plasma LDH activity. Fluid LD activity near equal to the serum activity is usually associated with inflammatory processes.


Performing Laboratory
LMH -  Chemistry  x3739 or 3764



The CPT Codes provided in this document are based on AMA guidelines and are for informational purposes only. CPT coding is the sole responsibility of the billing party. Please direct any questions regarding coding to the payor being billed. Any Profile/panel component may be ordered separately. Reflex tests are performed at an additional charge.