Lactate

Test Code
LAB95 1230100423


Alias/See Also
LAB95
LACTIC ACID LACT


CPT Codes
83605

Includes
LACTATE (MMOL/L) IN SER/PLAS


Preferred Specimen
Plasma


Instructions
Specimens must be collected in tubes at least 1/2 full.


Transport Container
GREY TOP


Transport Temperature
Refrigerated


Specimen Stability
Centrifuge specimens and remove plasma promptly.


Reference Range
Result Checking Type Low (N) High (N) Numeric Range (N)
Reference Range 0.70 2.10 0.70-2.10
Abnormality - Critical [2.1]   3.00 >=3.00


Performing Laboratory
MWH LAB SH LAB LH FSED MAIN LAB HC FSED Main Lab



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