From 18 February 2023, the currently used reference interval across all ages for LDH (110-220 IU/L) will be changed. It will now reflect age-adjusted partitioning in line with AACB and other reference interval harmonisation efforts across New Zealand between public and private laboratories.
- 0-14 days: <1200 IU/L
- >14 days – 1 year: <450 IU/L
- >1 year -10 years: <320 IU/L
- >10 years: 120 – 250 IU/L
Dr Melissa Yssel
Clinical Lead – Chemical Pathology & Illumiscreen
APHG/ Wellington SCL