EtG (Ethyl Glucuronide) Alcohol Test (Alcohol Metabolite) (Urine)

The EtG (Ethyl Glucuronide) Alcohol Test (Alcohol Metabolite) (Urine) will identify the presence or absence of EtG in a urine sample.  As a laboratory-based test, this panel includes a routine screen for the presence of EtG, as well as any necessary confirmation testing.  EtG may be detectable in a person’s urine for up to 80 hours after drinking alcoholic beverages.  A confirmed positive result for a drug or drug metabolite is considered evidence of alcohol consumption in that time period.

This test requires a standard urine sample that can be collected at the Any Lab Test Now store location of your choice.

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Test Details

This test is intended to identify recent use of the following:

  • Alcohol (as the metabolite, EtG)

 

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FAQs

WHY DO I NEED THIS TEST?

For Consumers:

The EtG (Ethyl Glucuronide) Alcohol Test (Alcohol Metabolite) (Urine) is recommended for consumers seeking a drug test for personal knowledge.  It is also recommended for consumers who are concerned about suspected alcohol use or misuse by a friend or family member, including teenagers.

For Law Enforcement Agencies or Substance Abuse Monitoring Programs:

The EtG (Ethyl Glucuronide) Alcohol Test (Alcohol Metabolite) (Urine) is recommended for agencies or programs responsible for monitoring individuals who are required to abstain from alcohol consumption.

WHAT DO I NEED TO DO TO PREPARE?

Drink 8-12 oz. of fluid 30 minutes prior to the test.

IS IT SAFE TO TAKE THIS TEST IF I AM PREGNANT?

Yes.

WILL USE OF HAND SANITIZERS OR MOUTHWASHES THAT CONTAIN ALCOHOL MAKE THIS TEST APPEAR POSITIVE?

No.

DO I NEED TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT?

No.  You can walk in for same-day testing.  We make it easy by offering work-friendly store hours.

HOW LONG WILL IT TAKE TO GET MY RESULTS?

Negative drug test results are available within 24-48 hours.  Allow additional time for confirmation testing to be completed if necessary.

WHO HAS ACCESS TO MY RESULTS?

Drug test results always belong strictly to the donor, except in the case of a minor child or an employer or court-ordered drug test.  The donor may also provide written authorization for test results to be provided to one or more third parties, if necessary.

IS A DOCTOR’S ORDER REQUIRED?

No.  Drug testing does not require a doctor’s order to be performed.

WHO CAN I CONTACT IF I HAVE QUESTIONS ABOUT MY RESULTS?

Drug and alcohol testing results should be discussed with a physician or other substance use professional.