What is a CDT alcohol test?
When you drink alcohol, it is absorbed into the blood and processed by the liver. The liver can process approximately one drink of beer per hour. When the intake is more than the breakdown per unit time, there may be intoxication. We call this being drunk. A CDT alcohol test can show whether you have consumed alcohol and to a certain extent also how much. This is expressed as a certain percentage in the result. This can be done via a breath test, but also via a blood test. A breath test is only effective for a certain time after alcohol consumption, while a blood test gives an idea of alcohol consumption up to a few weeks earlier This is due to the presence of CDT.What do we determine with an alcohol test?
With an alcohol test we look at how much CDT is present in the blood. Carbohydrate deficient transferrin (CDT) is a protein that is produced when drinking alcohol. CDT shows what alcohol consumption has been like over the past period. The percentage is higher when alcohol is consumed. If you do not consume alcohol at all for a few weeks, the level usually returns to normal. However, this may take longer with long-term alcohol use.Can I request this CDT examination myself or does a psychiatrist do that?
You can also do this examination yourself to request. However, this is often done by a psychiatrist in the context of a health declaration for the CBR. The results will then be sent to your requesting psychiatrist. Only if you request this test yourself will the results be sent to you!
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How does it work?
Professional testing
Self-tests do not always provide reliable and consistent results. That's why Labplusarts chooses to have the tests professionally administered at a testing location. We have made this process as simple as possible for you.
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Find the test that suits you
Information on various health topics and a clear overview of our extensive test offerings. Through the website, you can easily determine which test may be relevant for you. Do you need assistance in making a choice or would you like to customize your own package? Feel free to contact us.
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Choose a testing location
Wij nemen de testen af op 350+ locaties in Nederland, zo is er altijd een locatie bij jou in de buurt. Tijdens het bestelproces kies je eenvoudig jouw priklocatie en na betaling kan je een afspraak maken. Kies dus waar en wanneer het jou uitkomt.
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Get tested
During your appointment, one of our medical professionals will collect your sample. Subsequently, your sample will be examined in the laboratory.
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Truly reliable results with understandable explanations
Omdat jouw sample professioneel is afgenomen is het resultaat consistent. De uitslag van jouw onderzoek wordt beoordeeld door een van onze eigen artsen en voorzien van een gedegen advies. We vinden het belangrijk dat jij begrijpt wat het resultaat voor jou betekent. Hier zorgen we voor door uitleg te geven over het onderzoek en de betekenis van jouw waarde.
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When to choose a CDT alcohol test?
The CDT blood test is recommended:- When you need an explanation for driving ability through the psychiatrist
- To measure whether alcohol consumption has been reduced and / or resumed