Laboratory Medicine Program

Lactic Acid
(Lactate)

Clinical Decription:
The measurement of lactate is used mainly in the diagnosis and treatment of myocardial and pulmonary infarction. It may also be used to monitor extensive cancer and cancer chemotherapy as well as diagnosis and treatment of lactic acidosis.

Method: Automated method

Component Tests Used: n/a

Reference Ranges Used:
0.5 - 2.2 mmol/L

Specimen Type: Plasma
Collected In: NaF/K oxalate
Volume: 3 mL (minimum: 1 mL)

Shipping: room temperature or 4C

Special Instructions: Centrifuge and aliquot immediately.

Testing Schedule(s): on demand.

Turnaround Time: 1 day

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