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HelpTest Code INPT366 Volatile Alcohol Panel, Blood
Clinical Information
This test is intended to measure the concentration of acetone, ethanol, isopropanol, and methanol in serum or plasma samples.
Synonym
- VOLABU
- Alcohol
- Drug
- Methanol
- Ethanol
- Isopropanol
- Acetone
- Ethyl Alcohol
- Isopropyl Alcohol
Profile Information
| Reporting Name | Available Separately | Always Reported |
|---|---|---|
| Methanol, Blood | No | Yes |
| Ethyl Alcohol, Blood | No | Yes |
| Acetone, Blood | No | Yes |
| Isopropanol, Blood | No | Yes |
Specimen Required
Preferred Container/Tube: Gold SST Top
Acceptable Container/Tube: Gold SST Top, Red Top, Mint Green Top
Specimen Volume: 1 mL
Specimen Minimum Volume: 0.5 mL
Specimen Collection Information
Use a non-alcohol based cleanser to clean the collection site. Fill urine container as much as possible to avoid risk of evaporation.
Specimen Stability Information
Ambient: 24 hours
Refrigerated: 7 days
Rejection Due To
- Quantity not sufficient
Reference Values
METHANOL
<10 mg/dL
ETHYL ALCOHOL
<10 mg/dL
ACETONE
<10 mg/dL
ISOPROPANOL
<10 mg/dL
Method Description
Gas Chromatography (GC) Flame Ionization Detection (FID)
Test Classification
This Gas Chromatography (GC) test was developed and its performance characteristics determined by the Toxicology Laboratory at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, it has not been cleared or approved by the FDA. The laboratory is regulated under CLIA as qualified to perform high complexity testing. This test is used for clinical purposes and should not be regarded as investigational or for research.
Performing Lab
Clinical Lab UH
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Sunday
Report Available
Same day/1 day
Reporting Name
Volatile Alcohol Panel
CPT Code Information
G0480
LOINC Code Information
5693-7
5640-8
20469-3
39530-1