PEth (Phosphatidylethanol) (Self-collect)

Please post self-collected samples on the same day they are taken, avoid posting over weekends and bank holidays.

Code

PETH

Sample Reqs

A (whitecross clinic Tiny) [38]

Turnaround

5-7 days

Special instructions

Please post self-collected samples on the same day they are taken, avoid posting over weekends and bank holidays. [38] EDTA sample should not be separated: send whole blood.

Self-collect kit

KT354

Sample type guide

A (whitecross clinic Tiny)

Lavender Microtainer, EDTA anticoagulant, Top fill line: 400-500µL

A

Lavender Vacutainer, EDTA anticoagulant, 4ml/6ml (6ml EDTA tubes are used for specific PCR assays)

Related specialties

• Biochemistry
• Screening for Drugs of Abuse/Alcohol
• Self-collect

Additional information

• Request forms
• Specimens: collection, packaging, transport, rejection criteria
• Discontinued tests