What else can cause urine to test positive for thiodiglycolic acid?
Thiodiglycolic acid is commonly found in general populations who have not been exposed to vinyl chloride. Some sources can include:
- Certain foods including raw onions, meat, poultry, and seafood.
- Some medications, including Zyrtec, and vitamins.
- Alcoholic beverages.
- Smoke, including from wood fireplaces, cooking, and cigarettes.
- Some household products including paints and varnishes.
- Chemicals used in the workplace.
Public health and other assisting and cooperating agencies supporting Unified Command have provided a fact sheet as an additional source of information regarding vinyl chloride exposure and detection using medical testing.
Vinyl Chloride FAQ from the Public Health Advisory Unit (pdf)