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Test Code LA Lactic Acid, Lactate Level

Specimen Collection Information

Specimen  Min. Test Volume Collection Container Special Handling
Blood 0.1 mL Grey (NaF/KOH) top Must be tested or plasma separated within 30 minutes. Place on wet ice and deliver to Laboratory immediately.

Reference Ranges & Critical Values

Assay Gender Age Range Normal Range Critical Values Units
LA ALL 0 Minutes – 150 Years 0.5 - 2.0 >2.0 mmol/L

Specimen Stability

30 minutes from draw.

Day(s) Performed

Monday - Sunday

LOINC

2524-7

CPT

83605