LDH is not part of a standard Complete Blood Count (CBC). A CBC measures different components of your blood, but Lactate Dehydrogenase (LDH) is a separate test.
Here's a breakdown to clarify:
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Complete Blood Count (CBC): This blood test assesses the cells in your blood, including red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets. It provides information about:
- Red blood cell count
- Hemoglobin levels
- Hematocrit
- White blood cell count and differential (types of white blood cells)
- Platelet count
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Lactate Dehydrogenase (LDH) Test: This blood test measures the amount of LDH, an enzyme found in many body tissues, in your blood. Elevated LDH levels typically indicate tissue damage.
Why is LDH not in a CBC?
A CBC is used to evaluate blood cells and related parameters. An LDH test provides information about tissue damage throughout the body. While both are blood tests, they look at completely different things. A high LDH would trigger further investigation to identify the source of tissue damage.
In summary, LDH is a separate blood test from a Complete Blood Count (CBC) and is used to detect tissue damage, not to evaluate blood cells.
