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Test Code ETOH Alcohol, Ethyl Level

Important Note

DO NOT cleanse the sample draw site with alcohol or other volatile disinfectants. Use only aqueous disinfectants (Benzalkonium Chloride) prior to venipuncture.

Specimen Required

Lithium Heparin Plasma Separator Tube (GREEN) or

Serum Separator Tube SST (YELLOW)

Specimen Handling and Stability

Handle and store specimens in stoppered containers to avoid contamination and evaporation.

 

Specimen Stability

*  Room Temperature: 2 days

*  Refrigerated: 14 days

*  Frozen: 30 days

CPT Code

80320