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Ethanol

Alternate names:
Alcohol, ETOH
Laboratory:
Biochemistry
Test Code:
ETOH
Specimen types:
Plasma
Container types:
Fluoride/oxalate tube (grey)
Serum tube with gel		Fluoride/oxalate tube (grey)
Collection Instructions:

Do not use alcohol swab when preparing skin for venepuncture.

Serum also acceptable if test performed ASAP.

Deliver immediately to laboratory

This test is only performed if clinical reasons and results supplied cannot be used for medico-legal purposes 

Minimum Adult Volume:
2 mL
Frequency:
Daily
Result Turnaround Time:
4 hours

  

Accessing Results

EMR: Pathology results are available via EMR.

Auscare: If EMR is unavailable, results can be accessed through Auscare. Don’t have an Auscare login? Complete the Auscare User Form.

 

Forms & Collection Guides

Consent Form – Non-Medicare Tests
For tests not covered by Medicare. Download Form  

Pathology Request Form
Printable referral form for submitting pathology requests. Download Form.

Microbiology Swab Collection Guide 
Step-by-step instructions for correct swab collection. Download Guide.

Preferred Order of Draw
Instructions to ensure accurate blood collection and results. View Instructions 

 

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