LDH
Alternate Names : Lactate Dehydrogenase, Lactic Acid Dehydrogenase
DefinitionThis is a blood test that measures the amount of lactate dehydrogenase (LDH). See also LDH isoenzymes.
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• Lactic Acid
• LDH Isoenzymes
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