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Alcohol (ETHANOL)

Message
To minimize loss of alcohol due to evaporation, run sample immediately.


Test Code
ALC


Preferred Specimen
1 mL Serum or Plasma ( Lithium, heparin)


Instructions
"Use non-alcoholic solution to cleanse skin. The specimen tube should be completely filled and refrigerated until analyzed.
Testing Frequency: Performed as ordered"


Transport Container
PST, Plasma Separator


Transport Temperature
Refrigerate


Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)
Stability: Store tightly closed; 3days Refrigerated


Methodology
Enzymatic method

Clinical Significance
"Expected Value(s):
None Detected"




The CPT Codes provided in this document are based on AMA guidelines and are for informational purposes only. CPT coding is the sole responsibility of the billing party. Please direct any questions regarding coding to the payor being billed. Any Profile/panel component may be ordered separately. Reflex tests are performed at an additional charge.