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Lactate Dehydrogenase (LDH)

From £35

1 biomarkerPreparation requiredCapillary sampling or venousResults in 2-3 working days

About this test

Measures lactate dehydrogenase (LDH), an enzyme released when cells are damaged. Levels can rise after hard exercise and in many other situations, so a result needs context.

What’s included

1 biomarker

Preparing for your test

1 requirement applies to this test. Open any row for the full clinical guidance.

General

Collection options

Self-collection at home

capillary

A few drops you collect yourself. No appointment.

Collected by a professional

venous

A full blood sample drawn by a nurse or at a clinic.

Your results

Your results are available in your Praetor account, with previous reports kept together for comparison. You can choose optional AI explanations to help you understand your report.

Educational information, not a diagnosis or a replacement for advice from a healthcare professional.

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