Test Code ALCOHOL ALCOHOL
Department
Chemistry
Specimen Type
Plasma or Serum
Method
Enzymatic reaction
Container
Lithium Heparin (green top) or No-additive with gel (gold Top)
Special Requirements
Use non-alcohol cleanser (betadine, or castile soap)/ Do not open tube after collection
Standard Volume
4.5ml
Minimum Volume
1ml
Pediatric Volume
0.8ml
Ship Temperature
Refrigerated
Stability Refrigerated
2 hours (uncapped tube)
8 hours (capped tube)
Stability Room Temp
2 hours (uncapped tube)
8 hours (capped tube)
Stability Frozen
3 Days
CPT Code
80307
Days Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday
Group Components
ETOH