What is the LDH level for transudative pleural effusion?

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Ashok Krishnamoorthy · Answer 1 · 2024-11-23T02:01:33+0000

Answer: less than 0.6

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Pleural fluid LDH (Lactic Acid Dehydrogenase) is useful in distinguishing exudates from transudates. A pleural fluid serum LDH ratio greater than 0.6 suggests an exudate, whereas the ratio is usually less than 0.6 in a transudate.

What is the LDH level for transudative pleural effusion?

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