Glycol - plasma or serum
Last updated: Monday, 22, March, 2004
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| Item | Process |
|---|---|
| Specimen | 5 mL blood in lithium heparin or plain tube. |
| Method | GLC. |
| Reference Interval | Not detected. |
| Application | Suspected ingestion of ethylene glycol, or other glycol. |
| Interpretation | Detection of glycol indicates ingestion and absorption have occurred. |
| Reference | Scalley RD et al. Am Fam Physician 2002; 66(5): 807-812. |