Test Code ALC Alcohol
Methodology
Photometric
Specimen Requirements
Please use preferred tube types whenever possible.
Preferred Container/Tube Type: Green Top (Lithium Heparin) Tube
Alternate Serum Separator Tube (SST)
Transport refrigerated.
NOTE:
DO NOT use alcohol wipe for venipuncture. DO NOT use Chloraprep.
Must use a non-alcohol germicide to cleanse skin such as soap and water.
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday
Reference Values
<10mg/dL
Test Classification and CPT Coding
82055
Performing Laboratory
Beebe Healthcare Laboratory
Performing Location
Margaret H. Rollins Laboratory
South Coastal Campus Laboratory
Specimen Tube Color
Tube Cap Color | Tube Name | |
---|---|---|
Preferred | Mint Green Lithium Heparin | |
Alternate | Serum Separator Tubes (SST) |