Hair ETG Alcohol Test: Collection Process | AMH Nationwide
Understanding the Hair ETG Alcohol Test Collection Process for Accurate Results
The hair ETG alcohol test collection process involves verifying the donor’s ID, collecting a hair sample under strict chain of custody, and securely sending it to one of five national labs. This ensures accurate detection of alcohol use over several months. Call (877) 731-6362 to arrange your collection appointment.
What is the hair ETG alcohol test collection process?
The hair ETG alcohol test collection process is a controlled procedure that starts with verifying the donor’s identity and ends with sending the collected sample to a certified laboratory. It is designed to detect ethyl glucuronide (ETG), a metabolite of alcohol, in hair strands to provide a history of alcohol consumption over approximately 90 days.
What identification is required for the hair ETG alcohol test?
To begin the hair ETG alcohol test collection process, the donor must present valid government-issued photo identification. This step ensures the sample is correctly linked to the individual being tested and maintains chain of custody integrity.
How is the hair sample collected during the ETG alcohol test?
The hair ETG alcohol test collection process involves cutting a small sample of hair close to the scalp, usually from the crown area. The sample size and length meet laboratory requirements to detect alcohol use over the past 90 days.
The collector places the hair sample in a tamper-evident container and seals it immediately to prevent contamination or substitution.
What does chain of custody mean in the hair ETG alcohol test collection?
Chain of custody refers to the documented process that tracks the hair sample from collection through laboratory analysis to ensure its integrity and authenticity.
This process prevents sample tampering and ensures results are legally defensible.
Ready to schedule your hair ETG alcohol test collection?
Call (877) 731-6362 to speak with a representative who will direct you to a nearby collection site. Remember, AMH Nationwide does not offer online ordering.
What happens to the hair sample after collection?
After collection, the sealed hair sample is sent to a federally certified laboratory for analysis. The lab tests for ethyl glucuronide to determine alcohol use over the previous 90 days.
What should donors expect after the hair ETG alcohol test collection?
Donors typically receive no direct contact unless a retest or clarification is required. The test requester obtains the results. The entire collection and testing process is confidential and compliant with regulatory standards.
Common Questions
The collection appointment usually takes 10 to 15 minutes. This includes ID verification, sample collection, and completing chain of custody documentation.
Certain hair treatments like bleaching or dyeing may reduce the detectable ETG level, but the test is designed to account for common cosmetic treatments.
Collection is conducted by trained personnel at an authorized collection site following strict chain of custody procedures.
No, DOT-regulated safety-sensitive testing requires urine testing under 49 CFR Part 40. Hair ETG testing is used for non-DOT purposes.
If the sample does not meet laboratory requirements, the donor may be asked to provide another sample or an alternative test may be recommended.
Laboratory analysis and Medical Review Officer evaluation typically take several days. The test requester will receive the final report.
Ready to get started?
AMH Nationwide provides the lab order and arranges collection nationwide. Every non-negative result reviewed by a certified Medical Review Officer. Call (877) 731-6362 or contact us.