Test Price
130 AED✅ Home Collection Available
Lactate, Cerebrospinal Fluid (CSF) Test in UAE | 130 AED | DHA Licensed
Executive Summary & Core Metrics
Executive Summary
Test Overview & Methodology
The Lactate CSF Test measures lactic acid in cerebrospinal fluid to rapidly distinguish bacterial from viral meningitis and detect metabolic crises like MELAS.
| Feature | Our Test – Lactate CSF (Elite) | Closest Alternative |
|---|---|---|
| Methodology | Enzymatic Spectrophotometry with LC‑MS/MS Calibration | Basic Photometric Assay |
| Turnaround Time | Daily (same‑day reporting) | 2–3 working days |
| Precision (CV) | <2% | 5–10% |
| Accreditation | ISO 9001:2015, DHA/MOHAP Compliant | Often uncertified |
Physician Insight & Safety Protocols
Dr. Ajay Singh, DHA Licence 36234132
I use CSF lactate regularly in suspected meningitis to rapidly distinguish bacterial from viral causes, which is critical when urgent antibiotics are needed. However, elevated lactate can also occur after seizures, stroke, or in mitochondrial disorders, so I always correlate the result with cell count, glucose, and cultures. I advise every patient to discuss their full clinical context because this value is not diagnostic in isolation.
Safety Exclusion Criteria
- Known coagulopathy (INR >1.5, platelets <50×10⁹/L) or therapeutic anticoagulation without specialist clearance.
- Uncontrolled intracranial hypertension or spinal epidural abscess confirmed by imaging.
- Local skin infection at the lumbar puncture site.
Red Flags – Seek Emergency Care
- Sudden, severe headache or neck stiffness with photophobia.
- Fever above 39°C that does not respond to antipyretics.
- Altered consciousness, confusion, or new‑onset seizures.
- Rapidly worsening neurological deficits.
Patient FAQ & Clinical Guidance
1. What is the purpose of the CSF Lactate test?
CSF lactate distinguishes bacterial from viral meningitis with 95% accuracy, guiding urgent antibiotic therapy.
2. How should I prepare for the CSF Lactate collection?
No fasting or special preparation is needed; the procedure is performed with stringent sterile technique.
3. What do abnormal CSF lactate results indicate?
CSF lactate above 3.5 mmol/L suggests bacterial meningitis, sepsis, or mitochondrial disease needing urgent workup.
UAE Regulatory & Data Privacy Adherence
This service complies with Federal Decree-Law No. 45 of 2021 on Personal Data Protection (PDPL) and Federal Law No. 2 of 2019 Concerning the Use of Information and Communication Technology in Health Fields. Patient consent and clinical safety are governed by Federal Decree-Law No. 4 of 2016 on Medical Liability.
Clinical & Logistical Metadata
| Test Name | Lactate, Cerebrospinal Fluid (CSF) |
| Price (AED) | 130 AED |
| Turnaround Time | Same day (daily reporting) |
| Sample Type / Matrix | Cerebrospinal Fluid (CSF) – Hospital Extraction Only – Sample collection is conducted strictly within an accredited hospital facility; mobile home phlebotomy is disabled for safety. |
| Methodology Used | Enzymatic Spectrophotometry with LC‑MS/MS Calibration |
| ICD-10-CM Code | R79.82 |
| LOINC Code | 2524-7 |
| DHA Facility License & Laboratory Address | License No: 1143 | Premises 105, Floor 1, Building 33, Dubai Healthcare City, Dubai, UAE – DNA Labs UAE |
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