Lactate dehydrogenase 3

ChemistryAlso known as: Ld 3Also known as: LD3U/L

The activity level of the LDH 3 isoenzyme in your blood.

Normal Range
140 – 280 U/L
U/L
Abnormal Levels
Consult your provider
Specimen Type
Blood

Why This Biomarker Matters

LDH 3 elevation can signal lung or tissue damage, helping doctors pinpoint the source of illness and determine whether additional evaluation for pulmonary or organ-specific conditions is needed.

Understanding Your Results

Normal Range

140 – 280 U/L

Overview

Lactate dehydrogenase 3 (LDH 3) is one of five isoenzymes of LDH, an enzyme found throughout your body. LDH 3 is particularly concentrated in the lungs and other tissues. Abnormal LDH 3 levels can indicate tissue damage in the lungs, kidneys, or placenta, or may suggest conditions like hemolytic anemia or pulmonary infarction. This isoenzyme-specific test provides more targeted information than total LDH about which organs may be affected.

Technical Information (LOINC Codes)

Standardized laboratory codes for this biomarker

2541-1Primary
Lactate dehydrogenase 3 [Enzymatic activity/volume] in Serum or Plasma by Chemical separation
U/L
2543-7
Lactate dehydrogenase 3 [Enzymatic activity/volume] in Serum or Plasma
U/L

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