Synonyms
Lactate
Specimen Type
CSF
Performing Lab
RCHSD Chemistry
Epic ID
LAB187
Lab Test Days
Daily
Standard TAT
2 Hours
Stat TAT
1 Hour
Collection Information
Specimen Required
0.5-1 mL CSF
Container Type
Sterile Container
Collection Instructions
Send to lab immediately after collection.
Processing Information - Lab Use Only
Transport Temperature
Refrigerate-OK/Frozen-OK/Ambient-OK
Specimen Stability
Room Temp: 8 Hours; Refrigerated: 14 Days; Frozen: 1 Month
Test Volume Required
1 mL CSF
Minimum Test Volume
0.5 mL CSF
CPT Codes
83605
Revised
10-16-19
Initials
SL
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