ALCOHOL SCREEN, BLOOD
| Alcohol is a CNS depressant and excess can lead to intoxication and possibly death. Each ounce of whisky / wine increases blood alcohol by 15-25 mg / dL. Women absorb alcohol much more rapidly than men and show a 35- 45% higher blood alcohol levels. Blood alcohol level is a better indicator of intoxication or impairment |
Pre-test Information : No special preparation required |
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Report Delivery : Daily |
ALCOHOL SCREEN, BLOOD
| Test Code | A-043 |
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| Test Description | **ALCOHOL SCREEN, BLOOD |
| Clinical Category | DRUGS OF ABUSE |
| Sample | 3 mL (2 mL min.) serum from 1 SST. Cleanse collection site with NON-ALCOHOLIC agent before drawing blood |
| Method/Technology | Alcohol Dehydrogenase UV |
| Storage/Temp | |
| Reporting Time | DAILY |