How do I prepare for this test?

Fasting for 8-12 hours before your test (water only) is recommended where glucose, cholesterol or triglyceride accuracy matters. Book your sample between 7:00am and 10:00am. Stay hydrated, and avoid strenuous exercise, heavy meals and supplements including iron, B12, multivitamins and biotin for 48 hours beforehand. Continue any prescribed medication unless your doctor has told you otherwise.

Do I need a doctor's referral?

No referral is needed. You can book directly, and your results are reviewed by a doctor before you receive them. This test is not a diagnosis on its own, so discuss anything unexpected with your GP or a clinician.

Lactate Dehydrogenase Blood Test | From £39 | Nuvivo Health – Nuvivo Health – Private Blood Tests

Lactate Dehydrogenase Blood Test

1 Biomarker | Venous or Capillary Blood Test | UKAS-accredited laboratory

LDH, an enzyme found in most tissues and released when cells are under stress. Designed for people using a broad tissue-stress marker alongside other tests rather than on its own, this test gives you a clear laboratory result alongside the reference range so you can see exactly where you sit.

Results are typically available within 2 working days from when your sample reaches the laboratory (excluding weekends and bank holidays).

Doctor's comments are optional on individual markers. Add them for £15.00 at checkout, or your result is issued as a laboratory report showing your value alongside the reference range.

A laboratory result is not a diagnosis. If you have urgent or worrying symptoms, contact your GP or call 111. In an emergency call 999.

£39.00

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Collection method Finger-prick kit at home Venous draw at our Livingston clinic Self-arrange professional collection Partner clinic visit (+£35.00) Nurse home visit (+£63.00)

Doctor's comments Laboratory report only Add doctor's comments (+£15.00)

Frequently asked questions

This test measures Lactate dehydrogenase, an enzyme found inside most cells that leaks into the blood when cells are damaged. It is a general marker rather than one specific to any single organ.

People being assessed for unexplained fatigue, muscle injury or anaemia, and those monitoring an existing condition where LDH is tracked over time.

Fasting required 8-12 hours before the test (water only), recommended for glucose and cholesterol/triglyceride accuracy
Sample timing: between 7:00am and 10:00am
Stay hydrated; avoid strenuous exercise, heavy meals, and supplements (iron, B12, multivitamins, biotin) for 48 hours prior
Continue prescribed medications unless otherwise directed

You can choose either a venous draw or a finger prick sample for this test. Venous draws are available at our Livingston clinic, at a partner clinic, or at home with a visiting nurse. Finger prick collection is done yourself using the kit we send out.

Results are typically available within approximately 2 working days of your sample reaching the laboratory. Every result is reviewed by a doctor before release and delivered securely to your online account. All testing is carried out in a UKAS-accredited laboratory.