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Ethylene Glycol

Source Blood 
Mnemonic EG 
Specimen Requirements

1 x 5 mL light green (mint) top PST tube.  Gold top SST tube is also acceptable.

0.5 mL heparinized plasma or serum

Minimum Blood Volume for Patients less than 45 kg (100 lb) Including Neonates and Pediatrics

DO NOT swab arm with alcohol; DISINFECT with IODINE.

 
Specimen Handling DO NOT OPEN TUBE. Keep specimen tightly capped. 
Additional Information For further information, see Direct Ordering of Methanol and Ethylene Glycol Levels.  
Testing Location Chemistry-FMC 
Testing Frequency As required 
Alternate Name(s) Antifreeze 
Reference Interval Click here to see critical values


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