LDH 

Introduction 

LDH is a test used to identify the location and severity of tissue damage in the body.

LDH can also be used to monitor certain health conditions including:

Another use of LDH  is to help diagnose and monitor a heart attack. However, other tests are now more frequently used to do this.

Read more about LDH at Lab Tests Online UK.




Last reviewed: 22/11/2011

Next review due: 22/11/2013

Useful links

NHS Choices link

External link

Blood tests

Blood tests are carried out for a variety of reasons and can provide a wide range of information