Organization

Field Name

ID

Required

KCR

LDH Level

34066

yes 

SEER

LDH Level

3869

yes 

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. 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.

Note 4 The same laboratory test should be used to record information in LDH Upper Limits of Normal (NAACCR Data Item #3870) and LDH Lab Value (NAACCR Data Item #3932)

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
LDH Level not assessed or unknown if assessed