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Reporting Name
Ethylene Glycol, SUseful For
Confirming and monitoring ethylene glycol toxicity
Performing Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
Specimen Type
Serum RedSpecimen Required
Supplies: Sarstedt Aliquot Tube 5 mL (T914)
Collection Container/Tube: Red top (serum gel/SST tubes are not acceptable)
Submission Container/Tube: Plastic vial
Specimen Volume: 2 mL
Collection Instructions: Centrifuge and aliquot serum into plastic vial within 2 hours of collection.
Specimen Minimum Volume
0.3 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serum Red | Refrigerated (preferred) | 14 days | |
| Ambient | 14 days | ||
| Frozen | 14 days |
Reference Values
Toxic concentration: ≥20 mg/dL
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Sunday
Test Classification
This test was developed and its performance characteristics determined by Mayo Clinic in a manner consistent with CLIA requirements. It has not been cleared or approved by the US Food and Drug Administration.CPT Code Information
80320
G0480 (if appropriate)
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| ETGL | Ethylene Glycol, S | 5646-5 |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| 8749 | Ethylene Glycol, S | 5646-5 |
Report Available
2 daysReject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | Reject |
| Gross lipemia | Reject |
| Gross icterus | Reject |
Method Name
Gas Chromatography-Flame Ionization Detection (GC-FID)
Secondary ID
8749Forms
If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send a Therapeutics Test Request (T831) with the specimen.