Ethanol

Test Name
Ethanol
Aliases
Alcohol; Ethyl alcohol; ETOH
Provincial Mnemonic
ETHAN
LOINC Test Code
14719-9
Description and Primary Use
Detection and quantification after consumption or administration
Reorder interval
Not yet defined
TAT
≤ 3d
Test Cost
Not determined
Tier
1 - General Availability
Ordering Requirements (Restrictions / Conditions)

No Restrictions

Required Consultations
None
Algorithms and Guidelines

None

Special Patient Preparation

None

Special Collection / Transport / Processing Requirements

Serum/Plasma must be separated from direct contact with cells within 120 minutes of collection.

Criteria for Rejection

Based on specimen condition and stability

Laboratory Service Area
Clinical Chemistry
Performing Laboratory / Site
Selected Category 2, Category 3 and Category 4 laboratory sites
Last Updated
11-Sep-17