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In chemistry, lactate is the final byproduct of anaerobic glycolysis. Accumulation of this compound in tissues is responsible for the condition called oxygen debt. Word origin: Latin lactÄtus, ptp. of lactÄre to suckle. Related forms: lactation (noun) Related terms: Excess lactate; Ferrous lactate; Amrinone lactate; Lactate dehydratase; Lactate dehydrogenase
Medical Definition of Lactate dehydrogenase. Lactate dehydrogenase: (LDH) An enzyme that catalyzes the conversion of lactate to pyruvate. This is an important step in energy production in cells. Many different types of cells in the body contain this enzyme. Some of the organs relatively rich in LDH are the heart, kidney, liver, and muscle.