A test protocol of a sport lab test is determined by the:

• initial load
• change of load
• load duration

Eg. Cycling test protocol: Start at 100Watt; +40Watt every 3 minutes.

Different exercise protocols result in different lactate response charts.
Important! Comparing lactate response charts one must always compare tests with exactly the same protocol!

Related topics:

• How do I define a test protocol?
• How do I manage my test protocols?