LDH test; Lactic acid dehydrogenase test
A typical range is 105 - 333 IU/L (international units per liter).
Normal value ranges may vary slightly among different laboratories. Talk to your doctor about the meaning of your specific test results.
Higher-than-normal levels may indicate:
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