Drugs of Overdose Screen (Blood) Test

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Alternate Names	-
Test Code	ALC, PARA, SAL
Testing Laboratory	Biochemistry
Specimen Type	Blood
Container Type	9 mL PLAIN (Red Top) 4 mL Fluoride Oxalate (Grey Top)
Medicare Rebate	Yes
Out of Pocket Costs	None
Ordering Information	Detection of alcohol, paracetamol, and salicylates is reported from the blood specimen. The assay for tricyclic antidepressants is no longer performed. Urine testing is also required for this screening, please refer to Drugs of Overdose Screen (Urine) for further information.
Collection Instructions	Please collect 1 x 4mL Fluoride oxalate (grey) tube AND 1 x Plain serum (red) tube.
Transport Instructions	Transport ambient at room temperature
Storage Instructions	Store refrigerated at 4°C
Testing Frequency	Monday - Friday
Min Test Volume	2mL
Add On Test Suitability	This test cannot be added after 72 hours of collection.