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Test Code ETH Ethanol, Alcohol Level

Important Note

  • DO NOT use alcohol base disinfectant on arm for preping.
  • This test is for medical purposes only and should not be considered performed for chain of custody purposes.

Performing Location

Southwestern Vermont Medical Center

Specimen Collection Information

Specimen  Min. Test Volume Collection Container Special Handling
Blood 0.1 mL Light Green (lith. heparin) top
Gold top
Marble Red top		  

Reference Ranges & Critical Values

Assay Gender Age Range Normal Range Critical Values Units
ETH ALL 0 Minutes – 150 Years < 10 > 200 mg/dL

Specimen Stability

7 days at 2-8°C

Interpretation

Pharmacological response to blood alcohol may vary from individual to individual.
Fatal concentration has been reported to be >400 mg/dL.
50 - 100 mg/dL: Flushing, slowing of reflexes, impaired visual acuity
>100 mg/dL: Depression of CNS
>400 mg/dL: Fatalities reported

Day(s) Performed

Monday - Sunday

CPT

80307

LOINC

5643-2