Metabolism & Renalmmol/L

Blood Lactate

Blood lactate is a natural metabolite produced during cellular glycolysis when muscles work to create physical energy.

Common laboratory aliases and abbreviations:LactateAcide lactiqueLactates sanguinsBlood lactateLactic acidLactato en sangre

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Physiological profile:

Lab unit:

Your value:

mmol/L

1.35mmol/L

0.5

2.2

‹ LowRange: 0.5 – 2.2 mmol/LHigh ›

Physiological Reference Ranges

The ranges below represent standard adult physiological values. Your laboratory's printed reference range always takes precedence.

Adults (general)

0.5 – 2.2 mmol/L

Adult females

0.5 – 2.2 mmol/L

Adult males

0.5 – 2.2 mmol/L

Common alternative units:

mg/dL(×0.111 mmol/L)

A low resting concentration provides reassuring proof of healthy tissue oxygenation throughout the body.

A mild elevation frequently occurs after climbing stairs, walking fast to the appointment, or prolonged tourniquet clenching.

Bring these questions to your next consultation to discuss with your healthcare practitioner:

Could brisk walking to the lab or tourniquet pressure account for this slight elevation?
Would a repeat draw after 10 minutes of calm sitting confirm baseline values?
Is this result generally reassuring?

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