Lactate
| Test Name | Lactate |
| Alternate Name(s) | Lactic Acid |
| Laboratory Module | LAB |
| Ordering Mnemonic | LACT |
| Specimen Type |
Plasma |
| Collection Container | Grey -5mls |
| Container Information | |
| Collection Information | Sample must be delivered to the laboratory within 30 minutes of collection time.
Place sample on ice slurry if delivery is delayed. |
| Test Schedule |
24/7 |
| Routine Turnaround Time | Turnaround times are posted in DOCS/ Laboratory Turn Around Times DOCS# 9580 |
| Stat Turnaround Time | |
| Reference Interval | |
| Critical Values | |
| Lab Process Notes |
Centrifuge and separate if not run within 30 minutes of collection Willett samples spun ASAP offline ***'Add On Test' not appropriate for this test. Re-order and collect new specimen.
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| Storage and Transport | Willett samples should be transported on ice. Store refrigerated. |
| Test Referred To | On-site, BGH Laboratory |
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