LDH Cut-Off for Hemolysis
Hemolysis is the break down of red blood cells, which can be caused by a variety of factors. One way to measure the severity of hemolysis is to measure the amount of lactate dehydrogenase (LDH) in the blood. The LDH cut-off for hemolysis is the point at which the amount of LDH present in the blood is considered to be abnormally high and indicative of hemolysis.
Lactate Dehydrogenase (LDH)
Lactate dehydrogenase (LDH) is an enzyme found in red blood cells that helps to convert lactic acid into pyruvate. It is released into the bloodstream when red blood cells are damaged or destroyed. An increase in LDH levels in the blood is an indication of hemolysis.
Cut-Off for Hemolysis
The LDH cut-off for hemolysis is the point at which the amount of LDH in the blood is considered to be abnormally high and indicative of hemolysis. The exact cut-off value varies from laboratory to laboratory, but it is typically around 250 U/L. If the level of LDH in the blood is above this value, it is likely that there is some degree of hemolysis present.
