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What precautions need to be taken when doing a lactic acid test?

Updated: 8/19/2019
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During blood collection, the patient should be instructed to relax the hand. Clenching and unclenching the fist will cause a build-up of potassium and lactic acid from the hand muscles that will falsely elevate the levels.

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