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Etizolam/Creatinine Ratio, Urine — Confirmatory Test

Published: August 9, 2026Updated: August 16, 2026

A confirmatory urine test that measures etizolam, a benzodiazepine medicine, relative to urine creatinine. It may help verify a screening result.

Quick summary

["This test can confirm whether etizolam is present in your urine."]

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Key facts at a glance

LOINC
101334-1
Short code
Etizolam/Creat Ur Cfm
Synonyms
Etizolam/Creat Ur Cfm
Category
kidney
Sample
urine
Container
Sterile urine container
Units
N/A
Fasting
false
Population
adult
Sex
all
Age range
18–65 years
Method
confirm
Specimen volume
10 mL
Stability
Room temperature: 2h, Refrigerated: 24h, Frozen: 7d
Hemolysis max
0
Lipemia max
0
Icterus max
0
TAT
4–24 hours
Order
routine

What is this test?

This test measures etizolam, a prescription benzodiazepine medicine, in urine. The result may be reported relative to urine creatinine to help account for differences in urine concentration.

Why might I need this test?

A urine etizolam test may be ordered to confirm an unexpected drug-screen result, assess suspected medication use or exposure, or monitor treatment. It may also be used in certain employment, legal, or safety investigations.

How is the test performed?

A urine specimen is collected and analyzed in the laboratory for etizolam. If the result is reported as a ratio, it is compared with the creatinine level measured in the same urine sample.

How do I prepare for the test?

Follow the instructions provided by the ordering clinician or laboratory, including any required collection time or urine amount. Tell the clinician about all prescription and nonprescription medicines you take; do not stop prescribed medication without medical advice.

Clinical interpretation

How abnormal results are interpreted and what conditions they suggest.

◆Associated findings1

Short name

Urine etizolam test

Frequently asked questions

Does a positive result mean I misused etizolam?
No. It may reflect prescribed use, an accidental exposure, or another source. Your clinician should review the result with your medication history and other test findings.
How long before the test can etizolam be detected?
Detection depends on the dose, timing, kidney function, urine concentration, and individual metabolism. The laboratory or clinician can provide guidance about the collection time.
Why is creatinine included with the etizolam result?
Creatinine is used to compare the etizolam amount with urine concentration. This helps reduce the effect of variations in how concentrated or diluted the urine sample is.
  1. 1
    MedlinePlus — Laboratory TestsSource
  2. 2
    Lab Tests OnlineSource
  3. 3
    Mayo Clinic — Tests & ProceduresSource

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