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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