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Test Code LAB187 Lactate, Fluid

Clinical Information

This test has been validated to measure lactate in peritoneal dialysate fluid.

Synonym

  • FLACT

Specimen Required

Preferred Container/Tube: Sterile Container
Acceptable Container/Tube: Sterile Container
Specimen Volume: 1 mL
Specimen Minimum Volume: 1mL

Specimen Stability Information

Refrigerated: 5 days

Rejected Due To

  • Unacceptable container type
  • Sample received past listed stability

Interpretation

The reference range has not been established for this fluid specimen. The fluid results should be compared with the concentration in serum/plasma or integrated into the clinical context for interpretation.

Method Description

Enzymatic colorimetric

Test Classification

This test has not been cleared or approved by the FDA. The laboratory is regulated under CLIA as qualified to perform high-complexity testing. This test is used for clinical purposes. It should not be regarded as investigational or for research. This test was developed and its performance characteristics determined by the Critical Care Laboratory at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center.

Performing Lab

Clinical Lab UH

Day(s) Performed

Monday through Sunday

Report Available

Same day/1 day

Reporting Name

Lactate, Fluid

CPT Code Information

83605

LOINC Code Information

14165-5