Test Code LAB46 Alcohol, Ethyl Blood
Specimen Requirements
Container/Tube:
Preferred: Lithium Heparin (Green Top)
Acceptable: Serum (Red Top)
Specimen Volume: 1mL
Stability:
Temperature | Time |
Room Temp 18-28°C | 2 days |
Refrigerated 2–8°C | 2 weeks |
Frozen <-18°C | 1 month |
Additional Instructions
KEEP TUBE STOPPERED; Do not prep skin site with alcohol.
Synonyms
ETOH, Chemistry
Department
Chemistry