Lactic Acid
24 hours
Colorimetric
Accredited NRL Laboratory
Daily
Elevated in sepsis, shock, or metabolic acidosis.
Plasma
1 mL
Na-fluoride/K-oxalate Plasma
No special preparation is required for this test. You may eat, drink, and take your medications as normal, unless instructed otherwise by your healthcare provider.
Separate plasma within 15 minutes
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Refrigerated | 14 days |