Category Archives: Drug Testing
What is the Difference Between a Urine and a Hair Follicle Drug Test?
Q: I was just informed that my employer is going to require a hair follicle drug test. I’ve been drug tested before, but never with a hair follicle test. What is the difference between this test and traditional urine testing? B. Gilley Little Rock, AR A: A hair follicle drug test provides a larger window […]
What to Expect with a Pre-Employment Drug Test
Q: I have been looking for a job for several months. I finally have an interview next week. The job requires a pre-employment drug test. I’ve never taken a drug test before. Can you tell me what to expect? T. Rawlings St. Louis, Missouri A: Passing a drug test before being hired for a job […]
Which Drugs are Detected by Urine Drug Tests?
Q: I own a small business and have been told that my insurance rates will decrease if I drug test my employees. I’d like to use urine drug tests, but I want to make sure the results will be sufficient. Can you explain which drugs are detected by this type of testing? A: Urine drug […]
How Can I Get a Drug Screening for My Son?
Q: I think my teenage son is abusing drugs. I would like to have him submit to a drug screening, but I don’t know how to get started. I want to make sure I use a reputable lab, of course, but I also want to protect our privacy – I’d rather the neighbors not find […]
When is Drug Testing Necessary?
Q: I have never been tested for drugs, nor has anyone in my immediate family. I was just wondering about circumstances that may lead to drug testing. J. Randell Richardson, TX A: There are many reasons why you, or someone you know, may eventually need to submit to drug testing. One of the most common […]
How to Test for Methadone
“I have been taking Methadone for 2 years but now I am off. I have a pre-employment drug screen in a few days. How do I test for Methadone to make sure I pass my drug test?” Kenny B. Atlanta, GA Methadone is typically not tested for in a pre-employment drug screen. However, it is […]
How to Test for Ecstasy
Q: I think my son has been using ecstasy, but I want to be sure before I confront him. Is there any way to test for ecstasy use? Jaime S. Chicago, IL A: Yes there is a way to test for ecstasy; however, it is a bit more complicated than doing a standard drug screen. […]
Why You Should Choose a Hair Follicle Drug Test for Your Teen
Drug addiction is rampant in this day and age. As unfortunate as it sounds, more and more teenagers are becoming addicted to drugs. As if parents do not already have their hands full enough with raising a typical teen – add in drug abuse and situations can quickly escalate out of control. Fortunately, as a […]
Uncover a Relapse with a Hair Follicle Test
If you have a loved one that has recently came home after a stay in a drug rehabilitation facility, you need to understand the importance of drug screens. Recovering from a drug addiction is not easy, especially when the recovering addict comes back to familiar surroundings. No longer are they safe in the protected environment […]
Hair Follicle Drug Testing – Can Body Hair Be Tested?
Q: Hello, I am in the midst of getting my ex to take a hair follicle drug test, but he claims it’s impossible because he is practically bald. Can body hair be tested instead? If so, will it affect the reliability of the test results? Thanks. – Jess, Boston, MA A: Body hair can definitely […]
