Test Catalog


Test Code: L02046

CSF FOR LACTIC ACID

Department:

CL. CHEMISTRY

Source:

CSF

Specimen Volume:

(1-2 ML)

Prefered Top:

PLAIN STERILE CONTAINER (NO PRESERVATIVE)

Alternative Top:

N/A

Special Instruction For Specimen Collection & Handling:

N/A

Specimen Storage & Transportation Condition:

18-25OC FOR 8 HOURS 2-8OC AFTER 8 HOURS TO 7 DAYS

Instrument/Methdology:

ROCHE COBAS /SPECTROPHOTOMETRY

Turn Around Time (TAT):

24 HRS EXCEPT SUNDAY AND HOLIDAY (Day/s)

Intend Use:

INCREASED CSF LACTIC ACID LEVELS OCCUR IN TRAUMA, SEIZURE, BRAIN ABSCESS, MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS AND BACTERIAL MENINGITIS.

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