Test Information:
The LDH-OBF test aids in the identification of exudative pleural effusions using body fluid specimens.
Specimen Container:
Sterile / Plain Urine Container
Specimen Type:
- Peritoneal fluid
- Pleural fluid
- Pericardial fluid
- Amniotic fluid
- Dialysis fluid
- Drain fluid
- Ileostomy output
- Bronchial Lavage
- Fluid from cysts
- Fluid from abscess
Required Volume:
2 mL
Patient Preparation:
No Patient Preparation
Notes:
To obtain optimal results, it is recommended that freshly collected specimen must be submitted in the laboratory as soon as possible or 1 hour after specimen collection.
- However, if delay in transportation occurs, it is vital to follow the stipulated storage and stability. Specimen received beyond the stipulated storage and stability is considered “sub-optimal” in nature.
Storage & Stability
(Before Processing)
- Storage: 2 to 8°C
Stability: 4 days - Storage: 15 to 25°C
Stability: 7 days - Storage: – 20°C
Stability: 6 weeks
FREEZE ONLY ONCE!
Transport Temperature:
Ref (2°C to 8°C)
Test Category:
Routine
Test Schedule:
Daily
Results Availability:
Within 4 hours