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Alcohol, Plasma
Test Code164
CPT Codes
80320
Preferred Specimen
Green-top (heparin) tube
Minimum Volume
Full tube
Instructions
1. A non alcohol germicide must be used to cleanse the skin. (Do not use alcohol wipe.)
2. Do not uncap tube once specimen is drawn.
2. Do not uncap tube once specimen is drawn.
Transport Temperature
Refrigerate
Methodology
Enzymatic
Setup Schedule
Monday through Sunday
Reference Range
Normal blood alcohol is 0.00%.
Serum or plasma specimens may be approximately 15% higher than whole blood.
The lowest measurable level is 0.010%.
Serum or plasma specimens may be approximately 15% higher than whole blood.
The lowest measurable level is 0.010%.
Clinical Significance
Useful for quantitation of alcohol level for medical purposes, diagnosing alcohol intoxication, and determining appropriate therapy. It is also used as a screen for alcoholism and to monitor ethanol treatment for methanol intoxication.
Performed By
CoxHealth
