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It’s important to remember that hair follicle testing doesn’t necessarily rely on hair to test for drug use. While you can get a clearer picture of drug use from a few inches of hair, it’s still possible to know whether someone’s using drugs from the root in their follicle.

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“It was a surprise to learn just how few physicians use gold-standard practices in their testing. Only a small number actually knew which drugs are detectable on a routine urine drug-test screening panel, and what substances can cause false-positive screens,” said Dr. Sharon...

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Drug testing in schools began with the rationale that athletes might attempt to gain an advantage, leading to random drug testing. After 2002, that includes any students in extracurricular activities that involve competition.

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Only 3% of Fortune 200 companies were testing job applicants or employees in 1983. By 1991, that number had climbed to 97% and is beginning to include more school districts testing their students, especially athletes. A 1995 ruling by the US Supreme Court found such testing is...

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Sweat patch tests are considered somewhat intrusive, as the subject is required to wear the patch for up to two weeks. Unlike other testing methods, sweat patches are used to monitor current drug use.

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Studies have consistently shown that workers who use drugs on the job are less productive, more likely to miss work, more likely to have an on-the-job accident and more likely to be involved in worker's comp claims.

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Since it takes drug metabolites up to a week to reach the hair, this type of screening is less reliable at detecting recent drug use. However, hair analysis can detect substances up to a year after they've been ingested.

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Recent studies indicate that up to 84% or more than four out of every five US employers require some type of pre-employment drug test. Among these employers, roughly 39% also conduct random employee drug tests.

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Can prescription medications for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) trigger a positive drug test result? Yes, prescription medications for ADHD can show up as amphetamines on a drug test – which is why it is important to notify the medical review officer(MRO) of...

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The need for a drug- and alcohol-free workplace involves an employer plan for a drug and alcohol testing program. Speak to your drug testing services professional for advice about these types of plans and how to implement such a plan in your workplace.

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In many states, employers do have the legal right to test potential employees for drugs and alcohol; however, applicants must typically be advised that testing is a component of the interview process for all employees. Typically, testing may not be conducted until the position...

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Want to keep your work operation running smoothly and efficiently while eliminating potential hazards in the workplace? With regular drug testing, you can ensure that you are maintaining a safe, productive environment for your employees.

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If you are applying for work with a company that requires pre-employment drug screening, let Medical Review Officer (MRO) know of any prescription medications you have taken within the last six to eight months. If you had surgery, inform the MRO of this also.

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Saliva/oral fluid tests are most reliable when screening for methamphetamines and/or opiates. However, they are less reliable at detecting the use of marijuana or other cannabinoids.

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“Kids need a socially acceptable excuse to say no to drugs,” says Mason Duchatschek of https://t.co/9svEBuQnit. “The words ‘No thanks, my parents test me’ stops pushy peers in their tracks. It’s the socially acceptable excuse kids need to sidestep peer pressure without feeling...

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In drug testing procedures, the term “specimen” is used to describe a variety of biological samples collected for analyses. The most common specimens obtained for drug analysis are urine, blood, saliva, sweat, and hair samples.

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Hair analysis testing measures non-psychoactive residues—not current use—which will remain in the hair for months. Residues are absorbed internally and take about 7-10 days to appear after initial use. At this point they may not be washed out with shampoo.

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Our testing services do not test for just the drug itself. It also tests for the substances that designated drugs produce, known as metabolites. This reduces the effects of masking and other attempts to fool a drug test.

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A study by the Department of Labor and Small Business Administration finds that between 38 and 50 percent of all workers' compensation claims in the U.S. are related to substance abuse on the job.

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You might think that a blood test is the strongest and most reliable form of drug testing. While blood tests are good for about the prior three weeks, tests on hair samples can show drug use over a six-month period.