Methodology
Chromatography
Synonyms
2-Propanol; Propanol; Isopropanol, Blood; Rubbing Alcohol
Specimen Type
Whole Blood
Performing Lab
Quest Diagnostics Chantilly
Epic ID
Other Reference Test
Lab Test Days
Monday-Friday
Standard TAT
3-6 Days
Collection Information
Specimen Required
0.5-4 mL Whole Blood
Container Type
Gray (Potassium Oxalate)
Collection Instructions
Whole blood collected in an EDTA (lavender-top) or sodium heparin (green-top) tube is also acceptable. DO NOT open. Keep specimen tightly capped. Prevent exposure to atmosphere. Do not use alcohol solutions as skin preparation for drawing specimens. Use non-alcohol solutions such as Betadine or Zephiran.
Processing Information - Lab Use Only
Transport Temperature
Refrigerate-OK/Ambient-OK
Specimen Stability
Room Temp: 14 Days; Refrigerated: 14 Days; Frozen: Unacceptable
Test Volume Required
4 mL Whole Blood
Minimum Test Volume
0.5 mL Whole Blood
Processing Instructions
DO NOT open. Keep specimen tightly capped. Prevent exposure to atmosphere.
Included Tests
Acetone and Alcohol, Isopropyl.
CPT Codes
84600