The following is an estimate of the time span until when alcohol can be detected with each test performed:
In breath. Alcohol can be detected in the breath through a breathlyzer test until the next 24 hours after drinking alcohol.
In urine. Alcohol can be detected in urine for 3-5 days through tests of ethyl gluconoride (EGT) metabolites. Whereas through traditional methods, alcohol levels will still be detected in urine for up to 10-12 hours after you drink.
In the bloodstream. Alcohol Can be detected on a blood test up to 12 hours after drinking alcohol.
In saliva. In the saliva test, alcohol levels can still be detected positively for up to 1-5 days.
In hair. Yes, alcohol can still be detected in the body when testing hair follicle medications for up to 90 days after you drink alcohol.