Casandra
Casandra Test Code QD13981Version 1 (DRAFT)
Performing Lab
LD, Synovial Fluid
Also known as: Lactate Dehydrogenase (LDH)
Clinical Use
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LD (lactate dehydrogenase) levels in synovial fluid are elevated in conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis, infectious arthritis, and gout, while typically normal in osteoarthritis. Measurement can assist in distinguishing inflammatory from non-inflammatory joint effusions.
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
Not provided.
Test Details
Methodology
Other
Biomarkers
LD (lactate dehydrogenase)
AnalyteLD • Concentration / Level • Quantitative (Continuous) (e.g., copies/mL, % expression)
Result Turnaround Time
4-5 days
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Specimen Requirements
Specimen
Other
Volume
Not provided
Minimum Volume
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Container
sterile transport tube
Collection Instructions
Freeze immediately after collection
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | Room temperature: 72 hours |
| Refrigerated | Refrigerated: 7 days |
| Frozen | Frozen: 28 days |