Disclaimer
Important information about the limitations and proper use of our EtG calculator
This EtG calculator is for EDUCATIONAL and INFORMATIONAL purposes ONLY. It does NOT provide medical advice, legal counsel, or guarantees about alcohol test results.
DO NOT use this calculator to make decisions about:
- Driving or operating machinery - Never assume you're safe to drive based on our estimates
- Legal compliance - Do not rely on our estimates for probation, court orders, or legal requirements
- Medical treatment - This tool cannot replace professional medical evaluation or advice
- Workplace safety - Do not use estimates to determine fitness for work or safety-sensitive duties
- Test preparation - We cannot predict whether you will pass or fail any specific test
This calculator does not provide medical advice. The information provided is for educational purposes only and should not be used as a substitute for professional medical consultation, diagnosis, or treatment.
Always consult healthcare professionals for:
- Alcohol use disorder assessment and treatment
- Medical questions about alcohol metabolism
- Health conditions that may affect alcohol processing
- Medication interactions with alcohol
- Any medical concerns related to alcohol consumption
If you have a medical emergency, contact emergency services immediately. Do not rely on this calculator for any urgent medical decisions.
This calculator does not provide legal advice. The information and estimates provided should never be used to make legal decisions or determine compliance with legal requirements.
Legal situations requiring professional counsel:
- Probation or parole alcohol testing requirements
- Court-ordered monitoring programs
- DUI/DWI legal proceedings
- Child custody cases involving alcohol use
- Employment law matters related to alcohol testing
- Professional licensing issues
Legal requirements, testing protocols, and consequences vary significantly by jurisdiction, court order, and specific circumstances. Always consult with a qualified attorney for legal matters involving alcohol testing or monitoring.
Our calculator uses established scientific formulas and research-based models, but individual results can vary dramatically from our estimates due to numerous factors we cannot account for.
Physiological Factors:
- Individual metabolism rates
- Liver and kidney function
- Genetic variations in enzymes
- Age, health status, and fitness
- Hydration and nutrition status
- Medications and supplements
- Hormonal fluctuations
Testing Variables:
- Laboratory methods and sensitivity
- Cutoff levels (100-500 ng/mL range)
- Sample collection procedures
- Storage and handling conditions
- Quality control standards
- Potential cross-reactivity
- False positive/negative rates
Real-world variation: Studies show that EtG detection windows can vary by 300-500% between individuals under identical conditions. Our estimates represent average scenarios and may not reflect your personal metabolism or testing situation.
We make no representations, warranties, or guarantees about the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of the information provided by this calculator. The estimates are provided "as is" without any warranty of any kind.
We specifically disclaim:
- Any guarantee that estimates will match actual test results
- Responsibility for decisions made based on our estimates
- Liability for any consequences of using this calculator
- Accuracy for any specific individual or situation
- Fitness for any particular purpose or use case
You use this calculator entirely at your own risk. Under no circumstances shall EtGCalculator.xyz, its creators, contributors, or affiliates be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of this calculator.
This includes but is not limited to damages from:
- Failed alcohol tests or unexpected positive results
- Legal consequences or violations of court orders
- Employment termination or professional consequences
- Accidents or injuries related to impaired judgment
- Medical complications or health issues
- Financial losses or legal fees
- Emotional distress or reputational damage
By using this calculator, you acknowledge that you understand these risks and agree to hold harmless EtGCalculator.xyz and its creators from any claims or damages.
For any situation involving alcohol testing, legal compliance, medical concerns, or safety decisions, always consult with qualified professionals who can provide personalized advice based on your specific circumstances.
Medical Issues:
- Primary care physician
- Addiction specialist
- Toxicologist
Legal Matters:
- Criminal defense attorney
- DUI/DWI specialist
- Employment lawyer
Testing Questions:
- Testing laboratory
- Medical review officer
- Probation officer
FINAL WARNING
This calculator is a general educational tool only. Individual alcohol metabolism varies dramatically, and test results can be unpredictable. Never make important decisions based on our estimates. When in doubt, assume alcohol metabolites may still be detectable and consult with qualified professionals.