Lactate for Sepsis in premature infants
The lactate is among the laboratory tests healthcare providers may use to investigate Sepsis in premature infants. Learn what it measures, how to prepare, and what results can tell a provider. Educational content only - not a diagnosis.
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- Sample type
- Blood
- Typical turnaround
- 1-2 business days
- Preparation
- Avoid exercise before test.
Why the lactate may be ordered for Sepsis in premature infants
Measures lactic acid levels to assess tissue oxygenation and sepsis risk.
When evaluating Sepsis in premature infants, a healthcare provider may order the lactate alongside other tests based on your symptoms, history, and physical exam. Test selection and result interpretation are clinical decisions made by a qualified professional.
Symptoms associated with Sepsis in premature infants
Abdominal distention
Distention of the abdomen....
Abnormal bleeding
An abnormal susceptibility to bleeding, often referred to as a bleeding diathesis. A bleeding diathesis may be...
Diarrhea
Abnormally increased frequency (usually defined as three or more) loose or watery bowel movements a day....
Dyspnea
Difficult or labored breathing. Dyspnea is a subjective feeling only the patient can rate, e.g., on a Borg sca...
Edema
An abnormal accumulation of fluid beneath the skin, or in one or more cavities of the body....
Fever
Body temperature elevated above the normal range....
Hypotension
Low Blood Pressure, vascular hypotension....
Jaundice
Yellow pigmentation of the skin due to bilirubin, which in turn is the result of increased bilirubin concentra...
Seizure
A seizure is an intermittent abnormality of nervous system physiology characterized by a transient occurrence ...
Vomiting
Forceful ejection of the contents of the stomach through the mouth by means of a series of involuntary spasmic...
Other tests used to investigate Sepsis in premature infants
CBC with Differential
Measures red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets to help evaluate overall health and detect disorder...
Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP)
Measures 14 substances in the blood to assess kidney and liver function, electrolyte balance, and blood sugar ...
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the lactate used to investigate Sepsis in premature infants?
Yes - the lactate is among the tests healthcare providers may consider when evaluating Sepsis in premature infants. Measures lactic acid levels to assess tissue oxygenation and sepsis risk. Test selection is a clinical decision made by a qualified professional.
How should I prepare for the lactate?
Avoid exercise before test.
How long does the lactate take?
Results for the lactate are typically available within 1-2 business days depending on the laboratory.
Does this website interpret my lactate result?
No. SymptomDatabase.com does not interpret laboratory results. Discuss all results with a qualified healthcare provider.