Vaping alcohol: can E-Cigs fool breathalyzers?

NCT ID NCT04522973

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tested whether using e-cigarettes that contain ethanol (alcohol) can change the results of breath, blood, or oral fluid alcohol tests, as well as field sobriety tests. Twelve adults who use e-cigarettes and drink alcohol took part. The goal was to understand if vaping ethanol could impact measures of impairment.

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Conditions

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Vaping

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Virginia Commonwealth University

    Richmond, Virginia, 23298, United States

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