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Melanoma laboratory tests
Introduction
Overview
Overview
There are no laboratory findings associated with the diagnosis of melanoma. Serum lactate dehydrogenase (LDH) may be elevated among patients with metastasis.
Laboratory Findings
Laboratory Findings
- There are no laboratory findings associated with the diagnosis of melanoma. Measurement of serum LDH may be considered for follow-up among patients who have been diagnosed with stage IB-IV melanoma.[1]
Lactate Dehydrogenase (LDH)
- Once metastatic melanoma is diagnosed, serum lactate dehydrogenase (LDH) may be helpful for follow-up.[1]
- For patients with stage IB-IV melanoma, measurement of serum LDH may be considered every 6-12 months.[1]
Editor-In-Chief:
C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1] Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Yazan Daaboul, M.D.; Serge Korjian M.D.