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LH medical abbreviation
LH means "luteinizing hormone".
Each meaning matched at least two public references (2 in all for LH), checked October 23, 2026. The table lists them.
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What LH means
| Meaning | Latin origin | Where used | Checked against |
|---|---|---|---|
| luteinizing hormone | None | Lab orders, Charting |
Example
Sample lab order: "LH."
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Questions
What does LH mean in medical terms?
LH means "luteinizing hormone".
Where is LH used?
LH shows up in lab orders and charting. Its category here is lab.
Is LH on the Joint Commission Do Not Use list?
No. LH is not on the Joint Commission Do Not Use list or the ISMP error-prone list as checked on October 23, 2026.