Category: OTHER | Code: none
Lactic acid
Function
Lactic acid is the end product of the anaerobic metabolism of glucose. The blood concentration of lactic acid is affected by its production in muscle cells and erythrocytes and the rate of its metabolism in the liver.
| Test Schedule | Estimated Test Result | Container | Substance | Stability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monday - Saturday | 1 day | Heparin | Blood Heparin, 2 mL | 8 hours, 2-8⁰C |
Condition
Not lysate and not lipemic
Method
Spectrophotometry (SP)
Score Reference
0.4-1.8 mmol/L