Ethylene Glycol
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Ethylene Glycol, Serum
Test ID: ETGLYCOL S
Test
Method
Gas Chromatrography (with FID)
Report Includes
Specimens
Serum
Test Location
St. Michael's Hospital, 30 Bond Street, Toronto ON M5B 1W8
Test Version
17-Aug-2023
Specimen
Specimens
Serum
Collection Containers
Preferred
Red top (no additive)
Acceptable
Gold top (clot activator & gel)
Sample Volume
1 mL
Minimum Volume
0.5 mL
Collection & Handling
Collection Instructions
To evaluate possible toxicity, collect and submit multiple specimens. Collect the first specimen 4 – 6 hours post ingestion and another specimen 3 – 4 hours later. Indicate clearly on the specimen and requisition the collection time for each specimen.
Handling Information
Separate specimens within 2 hours of collection. Ensure that collection times are clearly indicated if submitting multiple specimens. Store and send cold.
Additional Information
Repeated freeze/thaw cycles should be avoided.
Stability
| Ambient | 2 days |
|---|---|
| Refrigerated | 14 days |
| Frozen | 30 days |
Test Version
17-Aug-2023
Performance / Interpretation
Method
Gas Chromatrography (with FID)
Turnaround Time
3 days
Results
| Name | Units | Reference Range | Conversion Factor | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ethylene Glycol | mmol/L |
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Test Location
St. Michael's Hospital, 30 Bond Street, Toronto ON M5B 1W8
Test Version
17-Aug-2023
Interface / Setup
HL7 Interface Codes
| Order Code | Result Codes | Units |
|---|---|---|
| ETGLYCOL S | 2910Ethylene Glycol | mmol/L |
Test Version
17-Aug-2023