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HelpTest Code ETOH or LAB46 Ethanol (Alcohol), Blood
Specimen Requirements
| Container Type: |
BMH, BLH, BSH Optimal: Gray
BBC Optimal: Mint*
BBC, BLH, BSH Acceptable: Mint* *Only suitable for testing if the sample has not been opened.
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| Optimal Collection Volume: |
4.5mL |
| Minimum Volume: |
1 mL |
| Collection Instructions: |
Gently invert the sample 5-6 times after collection. Ensure the specimen is tightly capped. |
| Specimen Transport: |
Refrigerate |
| Processing Instructions: |
Off-Sites: Send specimen as whole blood, do not aliquot prior to sending to main laboratory for testing. 1. Centrifuge the specimen. 2. Aliquot plasma into a labeled aliquot tube. 3. Deliver the specimen to the chemistry department. |
Specimen Stability
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Plasma (Gray) |
Refrigerated |
2 weeks |
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Ambient |
2 weeks |
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Frozen |
1 month |
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Plasma (Mint) |
Refrigerated |
2 weeks |
|
Ambient |
2 days |
|
|
Frozen |
1 month |
Specimen Rejection Criteria
|
Hemolysis |
Mild OK; Moderate OK; Gross Reject |
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Lipemia |
Mild OK; Moderate OK; Gross Reject |
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Icterus |
Mild OK; Moderate OK; Gross Reject |
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Other |
Quantity not sufficient |
Useful For
Used in the diagnosis and treatment of alcohol intoxication and poisoning.
Methodology
Roche Cobas - Enzymatic method with alcohol dehydrogenase
Reference Ranges
< 0.01 g/dL
Critical value: > 0.40 g/dL
Day(s) Performed
24/7
Expected TAT
Same day
Performing Laboratory
Bronson Laboratory, Chemistry - Kalamazoo, Battle Creek, Paw Paw, South Haven
Sample Retention Time
7 days
CPT Code
80320
LOINC Code
5643-2