General testing guide Alpha Hydroxybutyrate Dehydrogenase (HBDH) Test: Price, Report & Procedure in Vidisha
The Alpha Hydroxybutyrate Dehydrogenase Test gauges liver and muscle health by measuring specific enzyme levels in the blood
Group NameLIVER PREGNANCY
FastingFasting not required
Sample TypeBlood (Serum)
Sample CollectionHome sample collection
ReportsMost reports: 24–48 hours after the sample reaches the lab; timing varies by test.
Report typeDigital report
No fasting is required for this test alone. If another test in the same order requires fasting, follow its preparation instructions.
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About the Alpha Hydroxybutyrate Dehydrogenase Test
Alpha Hydroxybutyrate Dehydrogenase is a laboratory test. A dehydrogenase enzyme related to LDH isoenzyme patterns.
Your clinician can advise whether this test is appropriate for you. The result should be read with the laboratory range, symptoms, medical history and other relevant results. The listed sample type is Blood (Serum).
Alpha Hydroxybutyrate Dehydrogenase Reference Guide in Vidisha
Reference ranges vary by laboratory and method. Use the range printed on your final report. The information below is educational only.
General Educational Range (Not a Report Range)
| Measure | Typical guide | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Result unit | U/L | Use the reference range printed on your final report. |
| High HBDH | Above lab range | May reflect heart, liver, blood-cell or muscle injury context. |
| Pattern use | LDH-related enzyme | Usually interpreted with LDH, CK, AST/ALT and symptoms. |
Why This Test Is Ordered
| Reason | Description |
|---|---|
| Tissue enzyme | A dehydrogenase enzyme related to LDH isoenzyme patterns. |
| Injury support | May support tissue injury or hemolysis review. |
| Legacy/specialist marker | Used less commonly than troponin or CK for acute heart injury. |
Symptoms And Who Should Test
| Situation | Description |
|---|---|
| Symptoms | Chest symptoms, muscle pain, jaundice, anaemia-like fatigue. |
| Risk context | Heart, muscle, liver or haemolysis evaluation. |
| Follow-up users | People with abnormal LDH/CK or specialist testing. |
Preparation And Interpretation Notes
| Topic | Guidance |
|---|---|
| Fasting | No fasting is required for this test alone. If another test in the same order requires fasting, follow its preparation instructions. |
| Sample quality | Hemolysis can affect enzyme results. |
| Interpretation | Read with organ-specific markers. |
Sources:
MedlinePlus LDH Test
Alpha Hydroxybutyrate Dehydrogenase Test FAQs in Vidisha
The current Alpha Hydroxybutyrate Dehydrogenase price in Vidisha is Rs. 205. The final booking details are shown before you confirm.
No fasting is required for this test alone. If another test in the same order requires fasting, follow its preparation instructions.
Select Add to Cart or Book Now, choose a suitable slot and provide your address and pincode. Home collection is available where serviceable.
Payment is made after sample collection. Review the final booking amount before confirming your order; the collection team can confirm the available payment methods.
Your report shows the laboratory reference range. A doctor can interpret the result together with your symptoms, medical history and other tests.
Thyrocare states that most test reports are available within 24–48 hours after the sample reaches the laboratory, depending on the test. This is a general estimate, not a guaranteed turnaround for this test; sample transport time is additional. Completed reports are shared digitally.
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Alpha Hydroxybutyrate Dehydrogenase Test Price in Vidisha
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