About This Test
This assay is useful in the diagnosis & monitoring of Lactic acidosis. Lactate is the end product of anaerobic carbohydrate metabolism. Major sites of production are skeletal muscle, brain and erythrocytes. Lactate is metabolized by the liver. The concentration of lactate depends on the rate of production and the rate of liver clearance. The liver can adequately clear lactate until the concentration reaches approximately 2 mmol/L. When this level is exceeded, lactate begins to accumulate rapidly. Lactic acidosis signals the deterioration of the cellular oxidative process and is associated with hyperpnea, weakness, fatigue, stupor and finally coma. These conditions may be irreversible, even after treatment is administered. Lactate acidosis may be associated with hypoxic conditions like shock, hypovolemia, heart failure, pulmonary insufficiency; metabolic disorders like diabetic ketoacidosis, malignancies; toxin exposures to ethanol, methanol & salicylates.
Test Parameters (1)
- LACTATE PLASMA
Home Collection
✓ Available
Reports Available In
1 Days
Preparation / Prerequisite
PLASMA FLUORIDE (BLOOD COLLECTION FROM STASIS FREE VEIN TO BE STORE IN ICE BATH. PLASMA TO BE SEPARATED WITHIN 30 MIN) + CLINICAL HISTORY
Frequently Asked Questions
Outsourced test are being done from Dr. Lal Path Lab. Charges and reporting time is same as of Dr. Lal Path Labs.
No special preparation required
The Plasma Lactate Test is important because it helps assess the body’s oxygen delivery and metabolic state, indicating if tissues are receiving enough oxygen.
TAT Policy
The Turnaround Time (TAT) depends on the following factors:
- Registration date and time
- Type of scan or test
- Scan time or sample collection time
In uncommon circumstances, TAT may be delayed due to test complexity or reasons beyond our control. You will be informed of the estimated TAT at the time of registration.
