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HelpTest Code LAB4459 Lactic Acid, Spinal Fluid
Additional Codes
| Test Name in EPIC | EPIC Test Code | Mnemonic |
|---|---|---|
| LACTIC ACID, CSF | LAB4459 | CFLAC |
Methodology
Lactic Acid to Pyruvate
Specimen Requirements
Specimen Type: Spinal fluid (supernatant)
Specimen Volume: 1 mL
Specimen Minimum Volume: 0.2 mL
Collection Instructions: If specimen is cloudy, spin and separate supernatant within 15 minutes of collection.
Specimen Transport Temperature
Refrigerate 3 days/Frozen 3 days OK/Ambient NO
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday
Performing Laboratory
Chemistry-
SMDC Clinical Lab
Test Classification and CPT Coding
83605
Reference Values
0.6-2.2 mmol/L