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HelpTest Code LAB4460 Lactic Acid, Arterial, Whole Blood
Additional Codes
| Test Name in EPIC | EPIC Test Code | Mnemonic |
|---|---|---|
| LACTIC ACID, ART | LAB4460 | ART LAC ACID |
Methodology
Lactic Acid to Pyruvate
Specimen Requirements
Specimen should be drawn without using a tourniquet. Whole blood specimens must arrive at the testing laboratory within 30 minutes of collection.
Specimen Type: Whole blood, arterial
Specimen must be tested within 30 minutes of draw time.
Container/Tube: Lithium heparin, blood gas syringe or a dark-green top (lithium heparin)
Specimen Volume: 1 mL
Specimen Minimum Volume: 0.5 mL
Collection Instructions:
1. For syringe, remove needle, express air bubbles, and cap with rubber stopper.
2. Do not centrifuge.
Specimen Transport Temperature
Ambient 30 minutes/Refrigerate 30 minutes OK/Frozen NO
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday
Performing Laboratory
Chemistry-
East Region: Deer River Hospital Lab, SMDC Clinical Lab, St. Mary's Hospital - Superior Lab, Virginia Hospital Lab
West Region: Fargo Hospital Lab, St. Mary's Detroit Lakes Hospital
Test Classification and CPT Coding
83605
Reference Values
0.5-1.6 mmol/L