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Metabolic General

Lactate (Plasma)

฿494.00

Measures lactate in blood, a chemical produced when cells make energy with too little oxygen or when metabolism is under severe stress. High levels can signal poor tissue oxygenation.

Blood
15 min at lab
Results: 1 day

Typical Use

Used to check for severe infection (sepsis), shock, or other causes of poor oxygen delivery; also used to monitor response to treatment in critically ill patients.

Preparation

Wear clothing that allows easy access to your arm
Arrive well-hydrated
Continue regular medications unless advised otherwise by your doctor

Markers Tested

Lactate (Plasma) (mmol/L)
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