A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z #

Lactate Whole Blood

Message
Performed in the Chemistry Laboratory, x5820


Test Code
WBLAC


CPT Codes
83605

Preferred Specimen
Whole blood


Minimum Volume
1 mL


Instructions
Analyze as soon as possible


Transport Container
Lithium heparinized Syringe


Transport Temperature


Deliver within 30 minutes at room temperature or else place in an ice slurry.




Specimen Stability
Analyze immediately


Methodology
Amperometric electrode conductance

Setup Schedule


This assay is performed 24 hours/day, 7 days/week.




Reference Range
0.5-2.0 MEQ/L


Clinical Significance


This test is used in the assessment of the degree of lactic acidosis.






The CPT Codes provided in this document are based on AMA guidelines and are for informational purposes only. CPT coding is the sole responsibility of the billing party. Please direct any questions regarding coding to the payor being billed. Any Profile/panel component may be ordered separately. Reflex tests are performed at an additional charge.