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Institute of Metabolic Disease at Baylor Research Institute
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CSF Lactate
Measurement of lactate concentrations in cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) may be useful as part of the investigation of inborn errors of metabolism in which lactic acidosis occurs. This includes disorders of gluconeogenesis, pyruvate dehydrogenase complex, the Krebs cycle and the mitochondrial electron transport chain. Measurement of lactate in CSF has also been advocated for investigating children with unexplained neurological disease.
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Department: Neuropharmacology
Methodology: Enzymatic and spectrophotometric (UV) detection
Sample:
Cerebrospinal Fluid - 0.5 ml
Handling:
Freeze CSF immediately and store at -80°C until transport.
Shipping:
Ship sample Monday through Thursday only.
Ship sample overnight with 3-4 lbs of dry ice using a guaranteed overnight courier.
Cost: $25.00
CPT code: 83606
Turnaround Time: 1 week from receipt of sample.
Related tests: Amino acids
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