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Specification |
Details |
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Analyte Detected |
Ethyl Glucuronide (ETG) |
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Cutoff Level |
500 ng/mL |
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Detection Window |
Up to Approximately 80 Hours After Alcohol Consumption |
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Sample Type |
Human Urine |
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Test Format |
Dip Test Strip |
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Time to Results |
Approximately 5 Minutes |
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Intended Use |
Professional & Forensic Use Only |
Using the test strip is quick and straightforward:
Remove the test strip from its sealed pouch and use it promptly.
Hold the strip by the labeled end and avoid touching the test membrane.
Dip the strip vertically into the urine specimen for 10–15 seconds, ensuring the urine level does not exceed the MAX line.
Remove the strip and place it on a clean, dry, non-absorbent surface.
Read the results within 3–5 minutes.
Do not interpret results after 10 minutes.
Always follow the testing instructions carefully to ensure accurate specimen collection and reliable result interpretation.
Ethyl Glucuronide (ETG) is a direct metabolite produced when the body processes ethyl alcohol (ethanol). After alcohol is consumed, a small amount is converted into ETG, which remains in the body much longer than alcohol itself. Because ETG is formed only after alcohol consumption, its presence in urine is a reliable indicator of recent alcohol use.
Unlike ethanol, which is eliminated within a few hours, ETG can remain detectable in urine for an extended period, making it one of the most widely used biomarkers for alcohol monitoring
Traditional alcohol tests, such as breath or blood alcohol tests, measure the amount of alcohol currently present in the body. These methods are effective for determining current intoxication but have relatively short detection windows.
The ETG Alcohol Test Strip detects Ethyl Glucuronide, allowing alcohol use to be identified for up to approximately 80 hours after consumption. This extended detection period makes ETG testing particularly useful for monitoring
abstinence and identifying recent alcohol use even after alcohol has been eliminated from the bloodstream
This test uses a 500 ng/mL cutoff level, which is commonly selected for professional alcohol monitoring programs.
Compared with lower cutoff levels, a 500 ng/mL threshold helps reduce the likelihood of positive results caused by incidental exposure to alcohol from sources such as:
Alcohol-based mouthwash
Hand sanitizers
Certain hygiene products
Some medications containing alcohol
Food products prepared with small amounts of alcohol
By using this cutoff, the test is better suited for identifying actual alcohol consumption while minimizing the impact of incidental exposure
The ETG Alcohol Test Strip (500 ng/mL) offers several advantages for professional alcohol screening:
Detects Ethyl Glucuronide (ETG), a direct alcohol metabolite
Detects recent alcohol consumption for up to approximately 80 hours
500 ng/mL cutoff helps reduce false positives from incidental alcohol exposure
Rapid results in approximately 5 minutes
High accuracy
Simple dip-and-read testing procedure
No specialized laboratory equipment required
Easy interpretation of results
Suitable for routine and high-volume testing
Reliable preliminary alcohol screening
The ETG Alcohol Test Strip (500 ng/mL) provides a practical and dependable solution for organizations that require extended alcohol detection beyond the capabilities of traditional breath or blood alcohol testing. Its 5-minute results, easy dip-and-read format, and ability to detect recent alcohol use for up to approximately 80 hours make it an excellent choice for sobriety monitoring, compliance testing, workplace programs, rehabilitation facilities, and forensic investigations.
For optimal performance:
Store the test strip according to the recommended storage conditions.
Keep the strip sealed in its original pouch until ready for use.
Use the test immediately after opening the pouch.
Do not use the product after the expiration date.
Protect the test from excessive heat, humidity, and direct sunlight.
Handle urine specimens using appropriate laboratory safety procedures
The ETG Alcohol Test Strip (500 ng/mL) is intended to provide preliminary qualitative screening results only.
Individual metabolism, specimen quality, and testing conditions may influence results.
All preliminary positive results should be confirmed using GC-MS or LC-MS/MS before medical, legal, employment, or administrative decisions are made
The test detects Ethyl Glucuronide (ETG), a direct metabolite of alcohol that remains detectable in urine much longer than ethanol itself.
The ETG Alcohol Test Strip can detect recent alcohol consumption for up to approximately 80 hours, although the detection period depends on the amount of alcohol consumed and individual metabolism.
A 500 ng/mL cutoff is commonly used in professional alcohol monitoring programs because it helps reduce the possibility of positive results caused by incidental alcohol exposure, such as alcohol-based mouthwash or certain hygiene products, while still providing reliable detection of alcohol consumption.
Results are available in approximately 5 minutes when the test is performed according to the instructions.
No. The ETG Alcohol Test Strip is designed to detect recent alcohol consumption, not current intoxication or blood alcohol concentration (BAC).
No. This is a screening test only. Any preliminary positive result should be confirmed using GC-MS or LC-MS/MS before legal or administrative action is taken.
The ETG Alcohol Test Strip is intended for rehabilitation centers, workplace testing programs, probation and parole departments, clinical laboratories, forensic laboratories, law enforcement agencies, and other professional alcohol screening environments
The ETG Alcohol Test Strip (500 ng/mL) provides a fast, accurate, and easy-to-use solution for detecting recent alcohol consumption through the identification of Ethyl Glucuronide (ETG) in human urine. Featuring a 500 ng/mL cutoff level, convenient dip-and-read format, and results in approximately 5 minutes, it offers reliable preliminary alcohol screening for a wide range of professional testing programs.
Its extended detection window of up to approximately 80 hours makes it a valuable alternative to traditional breath alcohol testing, allowing organizations to monitor recent alcohol use beyond the period in which ethanol remains detectable. The 500 ng/mL cutoff also helps reduce the likelihood of positive results from incidental alcohol exposure, making it well suited for sobriety monitoring, rehabilitation programs, workplace testing, court-ordered monitoring, and forensic investigations.
As with all rapid immunoassay screening devices, any preliminary positive result should be confirmed using Gas Chromatography–Mass Spectrometry (GC-MS) or Liquid Chromatography–Tandem Mass Spectrometry (LC-MS/MS) before legal, employment, or administrative decisions are made. The ETG Alcohol Test Strip (500 ng/mL) is intended for professional and forensic use only and is not intended for medical diagnosis or home testing
The ETG Alcohol Test Strip is a rapid urine screening device designed for the qualitative detection of Ethyl Glucuronide (ETG), a direct metabolite of alcohol. With a 500 ng/mL cutoff level, this easy-to-use test strip provides reliable preliminary detection of recent alcohol consumption in approximately 5 minutes.
Unlike traditional breath alcohol tests that measure current alcohol levels, the ETG Alcohol Test Strip detects Ethyl Glucuronide, allowing alcohol use to be identified for up to approximately 80 hours after consumption. This extended detection window makes it an effective solution for sobriety monitoring, recovery programs, workplace testing, and forensic investigations.
The dip-and-read test strip requires only a urine specimen and does not require specialized laboratory equipment. Its simple testing procedure allows professionals to perform rapid alcohol screening while maintaining dependable performance in routine testing environments.
Designed with a 500 ng/mL cutoff, the ETG Alcohol Test Strip helps reduce the likelihood of false-positive results from incidental alcohol exposure, such as alcohol-containing mouthwash or personal hygiene products, while maintaining reliable detection of recent alcohol consumption.
The ETG Alcohol Test Strip provides preliminary qualitative screening results only. Any preliminary positive result should be confirmed using an appropriate laboratory confirmation method such as Gas Chromatography–Mass Spectrometry (GC-MS) or Liquid Chromatography–Tandem Mass Spectrometry (LC-MS/MS) before legal, employment, or administrative decisions are made.
This product is intended for forensic and professional use only and is not intended for medical diagnosis or home testing
The ETG Alcohol Test Strip can detect recent alcohol consumption for up to approximately 80 hours after drinking.
The detection period varies depending on several factors, including:
Although ETG is often referred to as the "80-hour alcohol test," actual detection times differ between individuals
This ETG Alcohol Test Strip uses the following screening cutoff:
Ethyl Glucuronide (ETG): 500 ng/mL
Samples at or above this concentration may produce a preliminary positive result and should be confirmed using an appropriate laboratory confirmation method
A colored line appears in both the Control (C) and Test (T) regions. Even if the Test (T) line is faint, the result should be interpreted as negative, indicating that the Ethyl Glucuronide (ETG) concentration is below the 500 ng/mL cutoff level
A colored line appears only in the Control (C) region, while no visible line appears in the Test (T) region. This indicates that the ETG concentration may be at or above the 500 ng/mL screening cutoff.
Because this test provides preliminary screening results only, all positive results should be confirmed using a more specific laboratory method such as Gas Chromatography–Mass Spectrometry (GC-MS) or Liquid Chromatography–Tandem Mass Spectrometry (LC-MS/MS) before legal, employment, or administrative decisions are made
If the Control (C) line does not appear, the test is considered invalid, regardless of whether a Test line is visible. This may occur due to insufficient specimen volume, improper testing technique, or a defective test strip.
Repeat the test using a new strip and a fresh urine specimen
ETG Alcohol Test Strip (500 ng/mL) | Serenity SM-DOA-ETGSCN 25/Box
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