Test Code 4016058 Lactic Acid (Lactate)

Important Note

Sample should be transported on ice. Plasma must be separated from cells within 15 minutes of collection and analyzed or refrigerated immediately.

1.0 mL plasma

Sodium flouride/potassium oxalate (grey top) tube only

65 µL plasma

24 hours at 2-8°C
May be frozen at -20°C for up to 1 month

Improperly labeled sample
Hemolysis
Any tube other than grey top

Same day
Available stat

24 hours

83605

Photometry

Springfield Hospital Laboratory