Ethylene glycol poisoning is a life-threatening medical emergency that occurs when someone ingests antifreeze or other products containing ethylene glycol. It is caused by the toxic breakdown of ethylene glycol into glycolic acid and oxalic acid, which severely damage the kidneys, nervous system, heart, and lungs. The Ethylene Glycol Urine Test is the most important test for diagnosis because it directly measures ethylene glycol levels in the urine to confirm poisoning and guide emergency treatment.
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Ethylene glycol poisoning is caused by ingesting or being exposed to ethylene glycol, the sweet-tasting, colorless liquid found in antifreeze, coolants, de-icing solutions, and some industrial products. Once inside the body, ethylene glycol is metabolized by alcohol dehydrogenase into toxic byproducts including glycolic acid and oxalic acid, which attack vital organs. The sweet taste makes it particularly dangerous as accidental ingestion can occur, especially in children and pets, and intentional consumption has occurred in cases of suicide attempts or when mistaken for alcohol.
The Ethylene Glycol Urine Test is the most important test for ethylene glycol poisoning because it directly measures the concentration of ethylene glycol in urine, providing definitive evidence of exposure and poisoning. This test detects elevated levels of the toxin itself before it has been fully metabolized into more dangerous compounds, allowing healthcare providers to begin life-saving treatment immediately. Blood tests may also be used to measure serum ethylene glycol levels, osmolal gap, anion gap, and kidney function markers, but the urine test remains essential for confirming diagnosis and monitoring treatment effectiveness in suspected poisoning cases.
You should get tested immediately if you or someone else has ingested antifreeze or any product containing ethylene glycol, or if poisoning is suspected based on symptoms. Seek emergency medical attention right away if you notice symptoms appearing within 30 minutes to 12 hours after potential exposure, including nausea, vomiting, confusion, slurred speech, drowsiness, seizures, or symptoms resembling alcohol intoxication without alcohol consumption. Early testing and treatment within the first few hours are critical to prevent irreversible kidney failure, brain damage, and death, as the toxic effects progress rapidly once ethylene glycol begins metabolizing in the body.
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