Test Code LA Lactate (Lactic Acid), Whole Blood

Important Note

Note: Do not confuse this test with #LD Lactate Dehydrogenase (LD), Body Fluid or Plasma.

Lactate samples should be received in lab and performed within 30 minutes of collection.

A. Samples received within 15 minutes of collection may be received on wet ice or at room

temp.

B. Samples received between 15-30 minutes of collection must be received on wet ice.

C. Samples received greater than 30 minutes after collection will be rejected.

NRL-Chemistry

Direct potentiometry

Submit only 1 of the following specimens:

Specimen Type: whole blood

Container/Tube: Green top (Lithium heparinized whole blood)

Specimen Volume: 2 ml

Specimen Minimum Volume: 1ml

Specimen Type: Spinal fluid
Container/Tube: Plastic vial

Specimen Volume: 5 mL

Collection Instructions: Label specimen as spinal fluid.

0.7-2.0 mmol/L

Monday through Sunday

Turnaround Time:

STAT-45 minutes

Routine-shift

Whole blood, refrigerated, must be in the lab within 30 minutes of collection.

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