Lactate
Lactate is a product of anaerobic metabolism. Elevated blood lactate indicates tissue hypoperfusion, shock, or metabolic stress.
Why a doctor may order this
To evaluate tissue perfusion, sepsis, shock, or metabolic acidosis.
Why you may need this
Your doctor may recommend this based on your symptoms or risk factors. (To evaluate tissue perfusion, sepsis, shock, or metabolic acidosis.)
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