Test Code Lactic Reflex Lactic Acid w/Reflex (Sepsis)

Important Note

Lactic Acid >2.0 will reflex to repeat Lactic Acid level in 3 hours

Specimen Type

Blood

Minimum Volume

2.0 mL

Container

Grey

Special Handling

Collect on ice/deliver immediately

STAT Turnaround Time

30 Minutes

Routine Turnaround Time

45 Minutes

Methodology

Lactic Acid to Pyruvate

Reference Range

0.5-1.9 mmol/L

CPT Code

83605