LDH (Lactate Dehydrogenase) Pretreatment Level

This input is used for staging

Notes

**Note 1:** Use the reference ranges from your lab to determine if LDH is normal. **Note 2:** Record this data item based on a blood test performed at diagnosis (pre-treatment). In the absence of the lab test, a physician’s statement of the exact value or interpretation can be used. Use the highest value available. **Note 3:** If there is no mention of the LDH, code 9.

Default

9

NAACCR Item

NAACCR #3869

Metadata

SSDI
Code Description
0 Normal LDH level Low, below normal
1 Above normal LDH level; High
7 Test ordered, results not in chart
9 Not documented in medical record Serum LDH (Lactate Dehydrogenase) Pretreatment Level not assessed or unknown if assessed