Broadening PEth testing for alcohol exposure in the Asia-Pacific region
Broadening PEth testing for alcohol exposure in the Asia-Pacific region
Blood phosphatidylethanol (PEth) is a promising tool to objectively assess alcohol intake and was recommended in a recent position statement crafted by an expert panel. Beyond its diagnostic applications, PEth has also been shown to predict major adverse liver outcomes. Triangulated assessment using self-reporting, the AUDIT-C questionnaire, and PEth is recommended for patients with steatotic liver disease.However, PEth testing remains unavailable in many parts of the world. This is particularly relevant to the Asia-Pacific region, where alcohol use disorder (AUD) poses a significant and growing health burden, yet public awareness remains low.