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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

1. What is drug testing?

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Drug testing involves evaluating urine, blood, hair, or saliva to determine if a individuals has used specific drugs. It is commonly done for various reasons including:

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  • Pre-employment screening: Many employers conduct drug tests during the hiring process, wespecially for safety-sensitive positions.

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  • Workplace safety: Drug testing helps identify on-the-job drug abuse that could compromise safety.

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  • Productivity: Addressing drug abuse can improve workplace productivity.

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  • Healthcare costs: Substance abuse costs the U.S. economy significantly each year.

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3. What types of drug tests are there?

Common drug tests include urine tests, blood tests, hair tests, and oral fluid and breath tests. Each has different detection windows and purposes. 

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4.What drugs are detected with a urine test?

 

A: The following drugs: amphetamines, barbiturates, benzodiazepines, cocaine, marijuana, MDMA (ecstasy) and its metabolite, methadone, opiates, oxycodone, phencyclidine (PCP) and propoxyphene, synthetic cannabinoids (“K2/Spice”) and synthetic stimulants (“Bath Salts”). 

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5. Who requires drug testing?

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  • Employment: Positions involving federal transportation, airlines, healthcare, and safety-sensitive roles. Or any business that prefers to keep a drug-free safe work enviornment.

  • Athletics: College, professional, and Olympic athletes

  • Post Accident: After vehicular or on-the-job accidents 

  • Random and Reasonable SuspicionTesting: To deter drug abuse

  • Court Ordered or Personal Testing: Keeps indiviuals compliant with judges orders or in home.

Q:Do you offer an emergency drug test?

A: Yes. 

Q: Do you offer on-site drug tests for events such as a job fair?

A: Yes

Q:How much does a lab-base drug test cost?

A: The cost of our drug tests will vary based upon the type and the number of drug panels selected.

Q:What is the standard turnaround time for a lab-based test?

A: Negative screening results are often released within 24 hours and non-negative screens are typically released within an additional 24 to 72 hours.

Q: What is the detection window for a lab-based, drug test?

A: Most test detects recent drug use in the previous 24 to 72 hours. Except for hair, it can go back the previous 90 days.

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