Lactate Dehydrogenase Isoenzymes (Blood) Test | Austin Pathology

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Lactate Dehydrogenase Isoenzymes (Blood)

Alternate Names	LD Isoenzymes
Test Code	LDEPG
Testing Laboratory	Referred Laboratory
Specimen Type	Blood
Container Type	Serum tube (Red Cap w. Yellow Insert)
Medicare Rebate	Yes
Out of Pocket Costs	None
Ordering Information	-
Collection Instructions	-
Transport Instructions	Transport ambient at room temperature
Storage Instructions	Store refrigerated at 4°C
Testing Frequency	As Required
Min Test Volume	2mL
Add On Test Suitability	Add ons for this test cannot be performed.

Container ID	S, SP, LH, LHP
CSR Instructions	Centrifuge, aliquot, and refrigerate. Instructions for: Heidelberg Sendaways Department This test must be approved by Chemical Pathologist prior to sending.
Laboratory Instructions	None
External Laboratory	Chemical Pathology, Royal Prince Alfred Hospital
Accredited Test	Yes

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