Not liver, but alcohol stays in this body part the longest

The aftermath of a night of heavy drinking can be daunting, leaving many to wonder how long alcohol remains detectable in their body. 

Once alcohol enters your bloodstream, your body begins to break it down at a steady rate. The amount of alcohol metabolized per hour varies from person to person, influenced by individual factors such as liver size, body weight, and overall health.

When you consume alcohol, it's rapidly absorbed into your system through the stomach and small intestines. From there, it enters your bloodstream and travels to the liver for processing.

But the liver is not the body part where alcohol stays the longest. It is urine, which can detect alcohol long after you’ve had your last drink by testing for traces of alcohol metabolites. It can stay up to 24-72 hours.

Alcohol stays for 6 hours in the blood, 12 to 24 hours in the breath, 12 to 24 hours in the saliva and sweat. According to reports, it can stay in your hair for 90 days

However, understanding the alcohol content of your drink is crucial, as it directly impacts how long it takes for your body to metabolize it. 

Certain beverages, such as craft beers or strong ales, can have significantly higher alcohol content, increasing the amount of alcohol consumed per serving.

Your body processes alcohol at a relatively steady pace, breaking down approximately one standard drink per hour. However, this rate can be influenced by factors such as the type of alcohol consumed, individual physical health, and genetic makeup.

This information is not DNA's opinion but obtained from media reports