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LACTATE DEHYDROGENASE

Test Code
LDH


CPT Codes
83615

Preferred Specimen
1.0 mL plasma collected in a PST (LiHeparin tube)


Minimum Volume
0.5 mL


Other Acceptable Specimens
Serum - SST Gold Top

Red Top

or Tiger Top


Specimen Stability
Room Temperature: 7 days at 15-25°C
Refrigerated: Plasma 4 days at 2-8°C
Frozen: 6 weeks at -20°C



Last Updated: October 31, 2024


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.