Lactic Acid

How To Prepare

To prepare for a lactic acid test:

• Do not eat or drink for 8 to 10 hours before the test.
• Do not exercise for several hours before the test. Do not clench your fist while having your blood drawn for a lactic acid test. These activities may change the results.

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Author:	Jan Nissl, RN, BS	Last Updated: September 28, 2006
Medical Review:	Renée M. Crichlow, MD - Family Medicine Brian Leber, MDCM, FRCPC - Hematology
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