Lactate (CSF)

Lactate (CSF) image

Pathology category

Biochemistry

Code

CLAC

Referral code

Request form

Test information

Guidelines

Pre-analytical

Reference range

Under 16 years see reportAdult 1.1-1.4 mmol/L

Tube type

Fluoride Oxalate (Grey top)

Tube type info

Fluoride Oxalate (Grey top)

Special requirements

CSF

Minimum volume

Assay frequency

TAT Inpatient (urgent)

TAT Inpatient

4 hrs

TAT GP/Outpatient

N/A

Referral lab

Local, Clinical Biochemistry