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Volatiles
MessageLab only orderable
Test Code
#Volatiles
Quest Code
7240
CPT Codes
80320 (HCPCS: G0480)
Includes
Acetone, Ethyl Alcohol, Isopropyl Alcohol, Methyl Alcohol
Preferred Specimen
1 unopened whole blood collected in a fluoride oxalate (gray-top) tube
Patient Preparation
Do not use alcohol solutions as a skin preparation for drawing specimens. Use non-alcohol solutions such as Betadine® or Zephiran®.
Minimum Volume
0.5 mL
Other Acceptable Specimens
Whole blood collected in EDTA (lavender-top) or sodium heparin (green-top) tubes • 5 mL serum or plasma collected in EDTA (lavender-top) or sodium heparin (green-top) tubes)
Instructions
Do not open. Keep specimen tightly capped. Prevent exposure to atmosphere.
Transport Temperature
Room temperature
Specimen Stability
Room temperature: 14 days
Refrigerated: 14 days
Frozen: Unacceptable
Refrigerated: 14 days
Frozen: Unacceptable
Methodology
Chromatography
FDA Status
This test was developed and its analytical performance characteristics have been determined by Quest Diagnostics. It has not been cleared or approved by FDA. This assay has been validated pursuant to the CLIA regulations and is used for clinical purposes.
Setup Schedule
P.M. Sets up 7 days a week.
Report Available
Reports in 1 day.
Reference Range
Alcohol, Methyl | None detected |
Alcohol, Ethyl mg/dL | None detected |
Alcohol, Ethyl g/dL(%) | None detected |
Acetone | None detected |
Alcohol, Isopropyl | None detected |
Clinical Significance
The assay is used to determine concentration and potential toxicity of these substances.
Performing Laboratory
Quest Diagnostics Chantilly Nichols Institute
14225 Newbrook Dr.
Chantilly, VA 20151-2228