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Ethanol
MessagePerformed in Chemistry
Test Code
ETOHQ
CPT Codes
82693
Preferred Specimen
Green Top LiHep, Plasma
WyMCC - SST
WyMCC - SST
Other Acceptable Specimens
Gray NaF, SST, Red
Instructions
No Alcohol Prep
Specimen Stability
Room Temperature 2 days
Refrigerated 2 weeks
Frozen 4 weeks
Refrigerated 2 weeks
Frozen 4 weeks
FDA Status
FDA Approved
Setup Schedule
Daily, Sunday through Saturday
Report Available
Less than 4 hours
Clinical Significance
Ethanol is the most commonly encountered toxic substance. The measurement of ethanol is used in the diagnosis and treatment of
alcohol intoxication and poisoning. Chronic ethanol use has been linked to liver disease, high blood pressure, cardiac disease, and birth
defects. Acute ethanol intoxication can result in coma and death.
alcohol intoxication and poisoning. Chronic ethanol use has been linked to liver disease, high blood pressure, cardiac disease, and birth
defects. Acute ethanol intoxication can result in coma and death.
