lactate dehydrogenase
noun Biochemistry.
an enzyme that catalyzes the interconversion of pyruvate and lactate, an important step in carbohydrate metabolism: elevated serum levels indicate injury to kidney, skeletal muscle, or heart muscle. Abbreviation: LDH
Words nearby lactate dehydrogenase
lactarian,
lactary,
lactase,
lactate,
lactate 2,
lactate dehydrogenase,
lactated ringer's injection,
lactated ringer's solution,
lactation,
lactation amenorrhea,
lactation tetany
Medical definitions for lactate dehydrogenase
lactate dehydrogenase
n.
Any of a class of enzymes found in the liver, kidneys, striated muscle, and heart muscle that catalyze the reversible conversion of pyruvate and lactate.