Ethanol (Alcohol)
Clinical Biochemistry
Sample and container requirements
Fluoride oxalate
Minimum volume required
100 µL serum/plasma
Special requirements
Do not use alcohol or other volatile disinfectants at the site of venepuncture.
Patient preparation
None
Sample viability
Turnaround time
This assay is run throughout the day and night. The in-lab turnaround time is normally less than 24 hours.
Reference range
None
Clinical guidance
Ethanol (Alcohol) is the most common toxic substance encountered clinically. This is a non-legal ethanol assay. Please refer to LabTestsOnlineUK to learn more about ethanol. https://labtestsonline.org.uk/tests/ethanol-alcohol
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This information was last updated on 19 August 2026