LACTIC ACID
| Synonyms: | Lactate |
| Computer Code: | LACT |
| Specimen Collection: | 3 mL blood (gray top tube only). Transport Immediately or see Handling Instructions. |
| Minimum Volume: | 0.5 mL |
| Handling Instructions for Offsite Areas: | Centrifuge for 10 minutes, remove plasma, refrigerate. Transport specimen either at room temperature or on wet ice. |
| Reference Values: | Venous: 0.40-2.00 MMOL/L Arterial: 0.50-1.60 MMOL/L Critical: >4.99 MMOL/L |
| Lab Code: | Chemistry |
| Requisition: | C/H |
| Test Frequency: | Daily |
| Routine TAT: | 60 min |
| Stat TAT: | 60 min |
| CPT Code(s): | 83605 |
| LCD or NCD: | |
| Methodology Used: |
See Addendum XVII |