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Unlike traditional liver function tests that can be affected by numerous factors, PEth is formed exclusively when alcohol is present in the bloodstream, making it a highly specific and direct marker of alcohol intake with over 99% accuracy. This simple finger-prick home collection kit provides objective, quantifiable evidence of drinking patterns without requiring a clinic visit or phlebotomist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's covered in the price:\u003c\/strong\u003e Your purchase includes a complete home collection kit with lancets, EDTA microtainer tube, alcohol wipes, plasters, illustrated instructions, and prepaid return envelope. Results are delivered securely to your online account within 5-7 working days of the laboratory receiving your sample.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- Quick Stats Banner --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"quick-stats-banner\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"stat-item\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"stat-icon\"\u003e🩸\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"stat-label\"\u003eSample Type\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"stat-value\"\u003eCapillary Blood (EDTA)\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"stat-item\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"stat-icon\"\u003e🏠\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"stat-label\"\u003eCollection\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"stat-value\"\u003eHome Kit\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"stat-item\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"stat-icon\"\u003e📅\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"stat-label\"\u003eDetection Window\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"stat-value\"\u003e3-4 Weeks\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"stat-item\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"stat-icon\"\u003e⏱️\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"stat-label\"\u003eResults\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"stat-value\"\u003e5-7 Working Days\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"dob-notice\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImportant:\u003c\/strong\u003e After placing your order, please reply to your order confirmation email with your \u003cstrong\u003edate of birth\u003c\/strong\u003e. This is required by the laboratory for sample processing and cannot be added later.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"info-box\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"info-box-title\"\u003e⚠️ Not for Legal Use\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0;\"\u003eThis test is provided without chain of custody and is \u003cstrong\u003enot suitable for legal proceedings\u003c\/strong\u003e, court cases, DVLA medicals, or any purpose requiring formally witnessed sample collection. It is intended for personal health monitoring, occupational screening, and peace of mind testing only.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat is PEth?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePhosphatidylethanol (PEth) is a group of phospholipids formed in red blood cell membranes only when ethanol is present in the bloodstream. Because PEth can only be produced through alcohol consumption, it serves as a direct and highly specific biomarker—unlike indirect markers such as GGT or CDT, which can be elevated by liver disease, medications, or other conditions unrelated to alcohol use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePEth accumulates in red blood cells with repeated alcohol exposure and has a half-life of approximately 4-10 days. This means the test provides a window into drinking behaviour over the previous 3-4 weeks, making it ideal for monitoring abstinence, detecting relapse, or providing objective evidence of alcohol consumption levels for personal tracking or occupational health purposes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eUnderstanding Your Results\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"result-levels-grid\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"result-level-card negative\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"level-title\"\u003e✓ Negative\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"level-range\"\u003e\u0026lt; 20 ng\/mL\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"level-desc\"\u003eNo significant alcohol consumption detected in the past 3-4 weeks, or only very light occasional use\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"result-level-card low\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"level-title\"\u003e⚠ Low Positive\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"level-range\"\u003e20 - 200 ng\/mL\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"level-desc\"\u003eIndicates light to moderate alcohol consumption, consistent with social drinking patterns\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"result-level-card high\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"level-title\"\u003e⚠ High Positive\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"level-range\"\u003e\u0026gt; 200 ng\/mL\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"level-desc\"\u003eIndicates heavy or chronic alcohol consumption over the detection window\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- Collapsible: How PEth Compares --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"collapsible-section\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"collapsible-header\" onclick=\"this.parentElement.classList.toggle('open')\"\u003e\n        \u003ch3\u003e📊 How PEth Compares to Other Alcohol Tests\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"toggle-icon\"\u003e▼\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"collapsible-content\"\u003e\n        \u003ctable class=\"comparison-table\"\u003e\n            \u003cthead\u003e\n                \u003ctr\u003e\n                    \u003cth\u003eTest\u003c\/th\u003e\n                    \u003cth\u003eDetection Window\u003c\/th\u003e\n                    \u003cth\u003eSpecificity\u003c\/th\u003e\n                    \u003cth\u003eSample\u003c\/th\u003e\n                \u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003c\/thead\u003e\n            \u003ctbody\u003e\n                \u003ctr\u003e\n                    \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePEth (Capillary)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n                    \u003ctd\u003e3-4 weeks\u003c\/td\u003e\n                    \u003ctd\u003eVery High (direct marker)\u003c\/td\u003e\n                    \u003ctd\u003eCapillary blood (EDTA)\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003c\/tr\u003e\n                \u003ctr\u003e\n                    \u003ctd\u003eCDT (Carbohydrate Deficient Transferrin)\u003c\/td\u003e\n                    \u003ctd\u003e2-3 weeks\u003c\/td\u003e\n                    \u003ctd\u003eModerate (can have false positives)\u003c\/td\u003e\n                    \u003ctd\u003eVenous blood\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003c\/tr\u003e\n                \u003ctr\u003e\n                    \u003ctd\u003eHair Alcohol (EtG\/FAEE)\u003c\/td\u003e\n                    \u003ctd\u003e3-6 months\u003c\/td\u003e\n                    \u003ctd\u003eHigh\u003c\/td\u003e\n                    \u003ctd\u003eHair sample\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003c\/tr\u003e\n                \u003ctr\u003e\n                    \u003ctd\u003eLiver Function (GGT)\u003c\/td\u003e\n                    \u003ctd\u003e2-3 weeks\u003c\/td\u003e\n                    \u003ctd\u003eLow (many causes)\u003c\/td\u003e\n                    \u003ctd\u003eBlood\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003c\/tr\u003e\n                \u003ctr\u003e\n                    \u003ctd\u003eBreath\/Urine Alcohol\u003c\/td\u003e\n                    \u003ctd\u003eHours only\u003c\/td\u003e\n                    \u003ctd\u003eHigh (for acute use)\u003c\/td\u003e\n                    \u003ctd\u003eBreath\/Urine\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n        \u003c\/table\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey advantage:\u003c\/strong\u003e PEth is the only biomarker formed exclusively through alcohol metabolism, eliminating false positives from liver disease, diabetes, or medication use that can affect CDT and GGT results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- Collapsible: Who Should Consider This Test --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"collapsible-section\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"collapsible-header\" onclick=\"this.parentElement.classList.toggle('open')\"\u003e\n        \u003ch3\u003e👥 Who Should Consider This Test?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"toggle-icon\"\u003e▼\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"collapsible-content\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"use-cases-grid\"\u003e\n            \u003cdiv class=\"use-case-card\"\u003e\n                \u003cdiv class=\"use-case-title\"\u003e🏗️ Occupational Health\u003c\/div\u003e\n                \u003cdiv class=\"use-case-desc\"\u003ePre-employment screening or random testing for safety-critical roles such as HGV drivers, construction workers, or machinery operators\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv class=\"use-case-card\"\u003e\n                \u003cdiv class=\"use-case-title\"\u003e💪 Recovery Tracking\u003c\/div\u003e\n                \u003cdiv class=\"use-case-desc\"\u003eMonitor your progress during sobriety—objective biomarker evidence to confirm abstinence and motivate continued recovery\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv class=\"use-case-card\"\u003e\n                \u003cdiv class=\"use-case-title\"\u003e🏥 Clinical Monitoring\u003c\/div\u003e\n                \u003cdiv class=\"use-case-desc\"\u003eSupporting alcohol treatment programmes with objective feedback on abstinence or consumption levels\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv class=\"use-case-card\"\u003e\n                \u003cdiv class=\"use-case-title\"\u003e🔒 Personal Accountability\u003c\/div\u003e\n                \u003cdiv class=\"use-case-desc\"\u003ePrivate testing for individuals wanting objective evidence of their drinking patterns to share with family or for personal reassurance\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- Collapsible: How to Collect Your Sample --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"collapsible-section\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"collapsible-header\" onclick=\"this.parentElement.classList.toggle('open')\"\u003e\n        \u003ch3\u003e📋 How to Collect Your Sample\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"toggle-icon\"\u003e▼\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"collapsible-content\"\u003e\n        \u003col\u003e\n            \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrepare your hands:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wash with warm soapy water and dry thoroughly. Warm hands improve blood flow for easier collection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n            \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClean the puncture site:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use the alcohol wipe provided on your fingertip (middle or ring finger recommended). Allow to air dry completely.\u003c\/li\u003e\n            \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePerform the finger prick:\u003c\/strong\u003e Press the lancet firmly against the side of your fingertip and activate. A small puncture will produce a blood droplet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n            \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFill the microtainer tube:\u003c\/strong\u003e Allow blood to drop directly into the purple EDTA microtainer tube. Fill to the 600µL line marked on the tube. Do not squeeze excessively.\u003c\/li\u003e\n            \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMix the sample:\u003c\/strong\u003e Once filled, replace the cap securely and gently invert the tube 8-10 times to mix the blood with the EDTA anticoagulant.\u003c\/li\u003e\n            \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReturn your sample:\u003c\/strong\u003e Place the tube in the biohazard bag provided, complete the request form, and post using the prepaid envelope within 24 hours of collection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003c\/ol\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"info-box\"\u003e\n            \u003cdiv class=\"info-box-title\"\u003e💡 Top Tips for Successful Collection\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0;\"\u003eGravity helps—keep your hand below heart level. Gently massage the finger towards the tip between drops. Do not squeeze excessively as this may dilute the sample with tissue fluid. If blood flow stops, use another lancet on a different finger. Aim to fill the tube in one session for best results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- Collapsible: Important Information --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"collapsible-section\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"collapsible-header\" onclick=\"this.parentElement.classList.toggle('open')\"\u003e\n        \u003ch3\u003eℹ️ Important Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"toggle-icon\"\u003e▼\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"collapsible-content\"\u003e\n        \u003ch4\u003eFactors That May Affect Results\u003c\/h4\u003e\n        \u003cul\u003e\n            \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHand sanitisers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Alcohol-based hand sanitisers will not affect PEth results as the marker is formed internally through metabolism, not external contamination.\u003c\/li\u003e\n            \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMedications:\u003c\/strong\u003e PEth is not affected by medications, unlike CDT which can show false elevations with certain drugs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n            \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLiver disease:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unlike GGT, PEth levels are not elevated by liver disease alone—only by actual alcohol consumption.\u003c\/li\u003e\n            \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecent drinking:\u003c\/strong\u003e For the most accurate reflection of typical drinking patterns, avoid unusually heavy consumption in the days immediately before testing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003c\/ul\u003e\n        \n        \u003ch4\u003eDetection Window Explained\u003c\/h4\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003ePEth detects alcohol consumption from the past 3-4 weeks. A single heavy drinking session can produce detectable PEth levels for approximately 12 days. Regular heavy drinking leads to accumulation, with levels potentially remaining elevated for up to 4 weeks after cessation. Light or occasional social drinking may not produce levels above the detection threshold.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \n        \u003ch4\u003eTiming Considerations\u003c\/h4\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eIf you are demonstrating abstinence, allow at least 3-4 weeks since your last drink for PEth levels to fall below the detection threshold of 20 ng\/mL.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"medical-disclaimer\"\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003eMedical Disclaimer:\u003c\/strong\u003e This test provides information about alcohol consumption biomarkers and is not a diagnostic tool for alcohol use disorder. Results should be interpreted in clinical context by a qualified healthcare professional. If you are concerned about your alcohol consumption, please speak with your GP or contact an alcohol support service such as Drinkline (0300 123 1110). This test does not replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Medi Test Direct","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":61365442609482,"sku":"TDL(PETH)","price":149.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0944\/5926\/5354\/files\/peth_alcohol_blood_test_home_box.png?v=1773774148","url":"https:\/\/meditestdirect.co.uk\/products\/peth-alcohol-blood-test-home-kit","provider":"Medi Test Direct","version":"1.0","type":"link"}