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Lactate  

Important Note

Lactate samples must be processed and resulted within 30 minutes of collection.

Additional Codes

LAB3089

Performing Laboratory

MBMC Main Laboratory

Methodology

Enzymatic colorimetric

Specimen Requirements

Specimen Type:  Plasma-Hemolyzed specimen is not acceptable.
Container/Tube: Grey-top (potassium oxalate/sodium fluoride)
Specimen Volume: 2 mL

Collection Instructions: Send to lab immediately. 

Specimen Transport Temperature

On wet ice or ambiant

Day(s) Test Set Up

Monday through Sunday
Turnaround Time:
STAT: 1 hour after receipt in laboratory
Routine: within 4 hours

Reference Values

0.7-2.2 mmol/L

Critical values (automatic call-back):  

Adult ≥18 yrs:  >3.9 mmol/L 

Pediatric <18 yrs:  >3.9 mmol/L 

 

Test Classification and CPT Coding

 

Test Classification:This test has been cleared or approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration and is used per manufacturer’s instructions.
CPT Code:
83605

 

Specimen Requirements Additional Information

Laboratory Processing Instructions:

Spin in cold centrifuge and run immediately.

Stability

30 minutes on ice or ambiant