Lab test

Lactate Dehydrogenase (LDH)

Function: Catalyzes the conversion of lactate to pyruvate (and vice-versa) to produce energy. Purpose of Test: Detects cellular damage, monitors conditions like anemia, infections, or liver disease, and monitors cancer…

Sample: Serum
Preparation: No fasting needed
Report in: 48 hours
Collection: At your home

About this test

Key Aspects of LDH and LDH Tests:

Function: Catalyzes the conversion of lactate to pyruvate (and vice-versa) to produce energy.
Purpose of Test: Detects cellular damage, monitors conditions like anemia, infections, or liver disease, and monitors cancer treatment.
High Levels (High LDH): Suggests damage, but is not specific to one organ. Common causes include heart attack, liver disease, kidney disease, anemia, infections (like COVID-19), or cancers.
Isoenzymes: LDH exists in five different forms (LDH-1 to LDH-5) that exist in specific organs, allowing for more precise diagnosis.

When is an LDH Test Used?

Doctors may order this test to help diagnose or monitor:

Tissue Damage: General monitoring of acute or chronic tissue injury.
Liver Disease: Hepatitis, cirrhosis, or liver damage.
Anemia/Blood Issues: Hemolytic anemia, pernicious anemia.
Cancer: Used to determine the severity and monitor treatment efficacy for certain cancers like lymphoma and leukemia.

Common Causes for Elevated LDH:

Heart attack (Myocardial infarction)
Liver disease (Hepatitis, Cirrhosis)
Lung diseases (Pulmonary embolism)
Anemia (Hemolytic, Pernicious)
Muscle injury or disease (Muscular dystrophy)
Infections (e.g., COVID-19, Meningitis)
Cancer (Leukemia, Lymphoma)

An LDH test is often ordered along with other diagnostic tools to pinpoint the exact location of damage.

Preparation

No fasting is needed for this test. You can book any available slot.
Keep your doctor’s prescription or test request handy if you have one, and take regular medicines as your doctor has advised.
Tell the sample collector if you take blood thinners, and wear a sleeve that rolls above the elbow.

How home sample collection works

1
Choose your tests
Add single tests or a package to the cart and check fasting needs.
2
Pick a collection slot
Half-hour slots from 30 minutes ahead, up to 10 days out. Pay online.
3
A sample collector visits
They confirm the visit with a one-time code, then take the sample.
4
Report in your account
The lab uploads the report and you are notified to download it.

Where we collect samples at home

Lab tests with home sample collection reach 70 Hyderabad pin codes today, across these areas:

Coverage differs street to street and grows as professionals join. Check your pin code to see what reaches your address.

Frequently asked questions

How much does Lactate Dehydrogenase (LDH) cost in Hyderabad?

Lactate Dehydrogenase (LDH) costs ₹399 on Aish Health in Hyderabad, down from ₹899. There is no separate home collection fee; any GST or busy-hour charge is shown before you pay.

Do I need to fast before Lactate Dehydrogenase (LDH)?

No, fasting is not needed for this test, so you can book any available slot.

When will I get the Lactate Dehydrogenase (LDH) report?

The expected report time is 48 hours. The partner lab uploads the report as a PDF to your order and you are notified to download it.

What sample is collected for Lactate Dehydrogenase (LDH)?

Serum sample is collected at your home by a sample collector.

Can I cancel a lab test booking?

Yes. Cancel before a sample collector accepts or more than 1 hour before the slot for a full refund. Within 1 hour of the slot there is no refund, and once the sample collector is on the way the booking can no longer be cancelled.

Can I book tests for a family member?

Yes. Add them as a family member in your account and choose them as the patient when booking, so the report is filed under their name.

Can I pay cash when the sample is collected?

No. Lab tests booked on the website or app are paid online when you book, by card, UPI or your Aish Health wallet.

₹399

₹89956% off