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Test Code ALCM Alcohols (Medico-Legal), blood

Important Note

Do not use alcohol as a disinfectant when collecting blood specimen. Send the sample to the laboratory immediately.

Test referred to HSA Toxicology Lab. 

Test includes: Ethanol, Isopropanol, Methanol

The test is for NUH Medico-Legal cases ONLY

Additional Codes

Epic Ordering Code LAB3053531
NBS code LBC01548
Service code 37210

Specimen Requirements

Submit the following:
 

Container:
Dark Green top (Li Heparin) with seal

Send the completed and signed copy Toxicological Investigation Form together with the specimen.

Send the sample to the laboratory immediately.

 

Processing Requirements

Specimen Type: Whole Blood
Volume: Full Tube
Storage/transport requirements: Refrigerated

Specimen Stability

Specimen Type Whole Blood
Ambient 1 day
Refrigerate 4 days (Preferred)
Frozen Not applicable

Days and Times Performed

Monday through Friday, TAT 10 - 12 days

Reference Interval

An interpretive report will be provided.

Update

Last updated 29/05/2026

Referring / Testing Laboratory

National University Hospital
Client Services, 67724912

 

Testing Laboratory
Analytical Toxicology Laboratory
Health Science Authority
11 Outram Road
Singapore 169078
Tel: 62130740