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Cerner Test Code
ETOH M
Acceptable Collection Tube(s) or Specimen
Preferred: GRN PST
Acceptable: Gold SST or Red Top
Specimen Draw Volume
Volume: 1.0 mL
Minimum Volume: 0.5 mL
Processing Instructions
Do not use an alcohol prep pad to clean venipuncture site. Draw in a Green PST, centrifuge, and refrigerate. Do no remove cap from tube. Place piece of tape over the container to indicate the cap should not be removed.
Stability
Stability: Room Temp 2 days, Refrigerated 2 weeks, Frozen
Performed Test Frequency
Everyday
CPT(s)
82077
Methodology
Enzymatic
Performing Location
MercyOne Des Moines Laboratory, Chemistry
Rejection Criteria
Rejection Criteria: Uncapped specimens