Test ID: LACID
CPT code: 83605
LOINC: 2524-7
Specimen Type: PLASMA GRAY TOP
Frequency: Setup: Daily; TAT <24 hrs
Instructions: 0.4mL plasma from gray top on ice. Separate and refrigerate. Stable
48hrs ref. Avoid exercising arm and tournequet use during collection.
Text: Evaluate metabolic acidosis, hypoperfusion, hypoxia, shock, congestive
heart failure, dehydration, ketoacidosis, etc.
Methodology: ENZYMATIC