Price:
Rs. 1,350.00
Sample Type: PLASMA
Fasting Required
Booking Procedure:
- Technician from Metropolis will be assigned for a home sample collection after booking confirmation.
- Sample will be collected by our technician at your address at given slot.
- You can make the payment to the technician at the time of collection
- Your sample will then be transported to the nearest collection center and will be centrifuged before sending to the lab for processing.
- Soft copy reports will be sent to your email address within 24 to 48 hours or as per defined TAT for Tests.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's):
What does the Lactate Plasma test indicate?
It reflects tissue oxygenation and metabolic status, helping detect hypoxia or metabolic disturbances.
Who should take this test?
Patients in critical care, with suspected sepsis, shock, or metabolic disorders.
Is fasting required?
Fasting is recommended for accurate baseline lactate measurement, especially for metabolic evaluation.
What sample is needed?
A plasma sample collected from a blood draw, preferably on ice to prevent false elevation.
How does Metropolis Healthcare perform this test?
Using advanced enzymatic or electrochemical methods for precise lactate quantification.
Can medications affect lactate levels?
Yes, drugs like metformin or certain antiretrovirals may influence lactate concentrations.
How are the results used?
To guide diagnosis, monitor therapy, and assess severity in critically ill patients