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What Is the Early Detection of Alcohol Consumption Test?

By Buddy T, About.com

Updated: August 22, 2008

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Question: What Is the Early Detection of Alcohol Consumption Test?
Answer: The Early Detection of Alcohol Consumption test is an algorithm of 20 blood chemistry levels, the results of which are compared to a database of test results from more than 1,700 heavy and light drinkers.

The test is used to determine of someone has engaged in any heavy consumption of alcohol (more than five drinks in any one session) in the past four to six weeks.

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