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Alternate Names : Alcoholism, Alcohol Addiction, Alcohol Abuse
Alcohol Dependence | Symptoms & Signs | Diagnosis & Tests | Prevention & Expectations | Treatment & Monitoring
There is no test to determine if an individual is an alcoholic. But the negative effects of alcohol on the body can be identified with laboratory tests. These laboratory tests will show damage to various organs or body systems.
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Author: Ann Reyes, Ph.D. Reviewer: Eileen McLaughlin, RN, BSN Date Reviewed: 07/13/01