Carolina Criminal & DUI Lawyer Blog
Hemolysis involves the rupture of red blood cells in a blood sample. In the context of criminal charges, this can affect how accurately labs measure blood alcohol concentration (BAC). Mechanical factors like needle gauge selection, centrifugation practices, storage conditions, or simple delays can lead to hemolysis. The result may be an inflated or deflated BAC reading. For someone facing 
DUI charges or other criminal matters where BAC plays a role, understanding hemolysis, BAC testing, and its implications can help in reviewing the evidence.
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Below is a brief syllabus of the main topics covered in this document. Each entry links to a corresponding section that explains how hemolysis occurs, how labs test for BAC, and why these details may shape legal strategies.