Lactate is a byproduct of anaerobic metabolism, particularly during strenuous exercise, when oxygen levels are low. A lactate test measures the level of lactate in the blood and is often used to assess conditions related to tissue hypoxia (inadequ...
While a lactate test itself carries minimal risks, similar to any standard blood draw, the following should be considered:
Bruising:Mild bruising may occur at the site where the blood sample is taken.
Dizziness or Fainting:...
-Venous Blood:** 0.5 to 2.2 mmol/L
- Arterial Blood:** 0.5 to 1.6 mmol/L
The normal range can vary slightly depending on the method and laboratory performing the test.
Interpretation of Results
Normal Lactate Levels: Indicate adequate oxygenation and normal aerobic metabolism.
Elevated Lactate Levels (Lactic Acidosis):May indicate conditions such as:
Sepsis: A severe infection causing widespread inf...
Blood Sample:Typically, lactate levels are measured in a blood sample, either from a vein (venous blood) or an artery (arterial blood).
Plasma or Whole Blood:The sample can be taken as plasma or whole blood, depending on the laboratory's protoc...
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This test measures the level of lactic acid, also known as lactate, in our blood. Lactic acid is a substance made by muscle tissue and by red blood cells, which carry oxygen from our lungs to other parts of our body. Normally, the level of lactic acid in the blood is low. Lactic acid levels rise when oxygen levels decrease. Low oxygen levels may be caused by Strenuous exercise, Heart failure, Severe infection Shock, a dangerous condition that limits blood flow to our organs and tissues. If lactic acid levels get too high, it can lead to a life-....
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