Test Overview
Method
Gas chromatrography-flame ionization detection (GC-FID)
Result Included
Toluene
Specimen
Specimen Type
Whole Blood (Na Heparin)Volume
Sample Volume
20 mL
Minimum Volume
5 mL
Collection & Handling
Collection Instructions
Draw blood in 2 green top (sodium heparin) tubes. Tubes should be filled to prevent loss of volatile compound into headspace. Send 20 mL of sodium heparin whole blood refrigerated or frozen.
Stability
| Refrigerated | Frozen |
|---|---|
| 14 days | 365 days |
Performance & Interpretation
Turnaround Time
15 days
Specimen Retention Time
14 days
Results
Name
Units
Reference Range
Conversion
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Toluenemg/LNormal (unexposed population): None detected
Exposed:
Biological Exposure Index (BEI): 0.05 mg/L (prior to last shift of workweek)
Biological Tolerance Value (BAT): 1.0 mg/L (end of exposure or end of shift)
Toxic:
Blood levels between 50 and 79 mg/L were found in people who died of acute toluene inhalation.
Referral Location
Out-of-Country
Test Version
Last Updated
2019-09-30