Alcohol Plasma/Serum
Order Name
ALCOHOL
Test Number: 4000800
Revision Date 04/26/2021
Test Number: 4000800
Revision Date 04/26/2021
| Test Name | Methodology | LOINC Code |
|---|---|---|
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Alcohol Plasma/Serum
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Enzymatic | 5643-2 |
| SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS | ||||
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| Specimen | Specimen Volume (min) | Specimen Type | Specimen Container | Transport Environment |
| Preferred | 1 mL (0.1 mL) | Plasma | Lithium Heparin PST (Light Green Top) | Refrigerated |
| Alternate 1 | 1 mL (0.1 mL) | Serum | Clot Activator SST | Refrigerated |
| Instructions | Use betadine or phisohex prep sponge. Do not use alcohol. MUST be submitted in unopened original tube as exposure to air will affect result. Stability: Ambient 2 weeks, Refrigerated 6 months, Frozen 6 months |
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| GENERAL INFORMATION | |
|---|---|
| Testing Schedule | Daily |
| Expected TAT | 24hrs |
| CPT Code(s) | G0480 |
| Lab Section | Chemistry |