What is the primary function of the Intoxilyzer 8000?

The primary function of the Intoxilyzer 8000 is to measure blood alcohol concentration (BAC) in a person's breath. This device employs a technology known as infrared spectroscopy, which detects the presence of alcohol in the breath sample provided by the individual. When a person exhales into the Intoxilyzer 8000, the breath sample is analyzed, and the device generates a BAC reading based on the concentration of alcohol detected.

The Intoxilyzer 8000 is specifically designed and calibrated for this purpose, offering law enforcement officers a reliable means of assessing whether an individual is operating a vehicle under the influence of alcohol. This measurement is crucial for determining compliance with legal limits for BAC while driving.

Other functions related to breath analysis, such as assessing drug content, monitoring carbon dioxide levels, or respiratory rates, are not the primary capabilities of the Intoxilyzer 8000. Each of those functions serves different health assessments or scenarios, but they do not pertain to the primary role of this device in assessing alcohol impairment.