Hair Alcohol Testing (EtG)

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EtG Alcohol Hair Test

The EtG alcohol hair test is an indicator of a behavioral issue — not current impairment. It measures average alcohol consumption over a period of approximately three months, indicates the level of alcohol use during that time period, and can indicate a pattern of excessive use—a behavior rather than an event. The test measures the amount of ethyl glucuronide (EtG) in the hair – a trace metabolite of ethanol and a direct alcohol biomarker – and follows the guidelines determined by the World Health Organization in association with the Society of Hair Testing for measuring consumption.

Why do employers test for alcohol in hair?

Alcohol abuse or addiction can cause many work-related problems. If an employee is drinking right before or during working hours it can lead to lost productivity, absenteeism, injuries, accidents, and even death. Research has shown that most alcohol-related work performance problems are caused by non-dependent alcohol drinkers who may occasionally drink too much and are not exclusive to alcohol-dependent employees. In order to maintain the safest working environment, and for the safety & health of employees, employers should test for alcohol through hair testing.

Who can benefit from EtG Alcohol Hair Testing?

  • Safety Sensitive Industries
  • Return to Work Programs
  • Wellness Programs
  • Rehab Facilities & Healthcare Facilities
  • Family Courts
  • Law Enforcement Agencies
  • Schools & Parents
  • Last Chance Agreements
  • Adoptions
  • Probation and DWI Offenders

Alcohol Abuse Epidemic

Dangers of Alcohol Addiction

According to the National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence (NACDD), one of the most commonly used addictive substances in the U.S. is alcohol. About 17.6 million people or one in every 12 adults suffer from alcohol abuse or addiction. And several million more engage in dangerous binge drinking patterns that could lead to alcohol addiction.

Keep Current On Abused Substances

We have put together an information sheet on Alcohol to help you understand some of the threats and recognize the symptoms of abuse. You can download the document for your reference or to share with others who may benefit from the information we have shared.

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Why add EtG Alcohol Hair Testing to your drug panel?

A fully observed collection thwarts cheating.

Easy to collect & ship.

Measures alcohol use over approximately 3 months.

Provides behavioral indication of excessive alcohol use.

All testing is performed by our accredited laboratory.

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