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What Are The Other Factors That Can Influence Breathalyzer Test Result?
Question: What items (besides alcohol) can cause a 'violation' reading on a Smart Start in vehicle breathalyzer (beside mouthwash) ?
Brief Answer:
Certain cough syrup contain alcohol
Detailed Answer:
Hi
Welcome to Healthcare-Magic
Greetings of the day
Dear Sir,
Certain commonly used substances like cough syrup, paint removers, mouthwash contain alcohol in small quantity, but the quantity is not sufficient to cause a reading above permissible level in breath analyser.
Do get back to me if you need any further assistance, will be glad to assist you
Take Care
Best Regards
Dr Shobha Deepak
Certain cough syrup contain alcohol
Detailed Answer:
Hi
Welcome to Healthcare-Magic
Greetings of the day
Dear Sir,
Certain commonly used substances like cough syrup, paint removers, mouthwash contain alcohol in small quantity, but the quantity is not sufficient to cause a reading above permissible level in breath analyser.
Do get back to me if you need any further assistance, will be glad to assist you
Take Care
Best Regards
Dr Shobha Deepak
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