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CSF Lactic Acid
MessageIf specimen is not clear or contains blood, centrifuge and separate supernatant fluid before freezing. Note: The assay manufacturer, Roche, notes that N-acetylcysteine, when administered in high concentrations (such as for treatment of acetaminophen over Dose), can interfere with their assay for lactate (lactic acid), leading to falsely low results. 1 mL CSF collected in a sterile leakproof container , frozen
Test Code
LAB187 LACSF
Alias/See Also
LACSF
CPT Codes
83605
Includes
@BKRCERMSGREFRESH(2302793)@ @BKRCERMSGREFRESH(2302794)@
Instructions
Minimum Testing Volume: 0.5 mL CSF Transport Temperature: Frozen Stability: Ambient: 3 HoursRefrigerated : 24 HoursFrozen: 90 Days
Report Available
4-Days
Clinical Significance
1230170859
Last Updated: May 18, 2026