Sunflower Seed
Use
Elevated serum levels of LDH have been observed in a variety of disease states. The highest levels are seen in patients with megaloblastic anemia, disseminated carcinoma, and shock. Moderate increases occur in muscular disorders, renal diseases, and cirrhosis. Mild increases in LDH activity have been reported in cases of myocardial or pulmonary infarction, leukemia, hemolytic anemia, and nonviral hepatitis.2
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
Hemolysis elevates LDH results, oxalate inhibits LDH, and ascorbic acid can decrease LDH values.
Methodology
Enzymatic, colorimetric, UV
Biomarkers
LOINC Codes
- 14804-9 - LDH SerPl L to P-cCnc
- 6258-8 - Sunflower Seed IgE Qn
- 14804-9 - LDH SerPl L to P-cCnc
- 6258-8 - Sunflower Seed IgE Qn
Result Turnaround Time
1 day
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Specimen
Unknown
Volume
Not provided
Minimum Volume
Not provided
Causes for Rejection
Plasma specimens collected in EDTA, oxalate, or citrated tubes; gross hemolysis; gross bacterial contamination; improper labeling
Other tests from different labs that may be relevant