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Drug Test FAQs

• How much does a drug test cost?

  In general, most drug tests cost between $25 and $100. When conducted at a doctors office you can expect to also add on an office visit charge or co-pay. At-home drug tests are also available and can cost less than $10, but are not as reliable. It really depends on what type of test you need. Check with your employer to see what their requirements are. They may even have a preferred lab or draw station they send you to.

• Does insurance pay for drug tests?

  If the drug test is a pre-employment requirement or required by your employer, your employer will cover the cost of the test and will usually send you to a specific lab or draw station to facilitate the test. Beyond that, drug tests are typically out of pocket, and therefore not covered by insurance. It is possible, depending on your plan, that you could submit the receipt to your insurance requesting reimbursement.

• Does a failed drug test go on your medical record?

  Generally speaking, the results of a drug test are kept confidential. The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) outlines that, "if the results of a drug test reveal the presence of a lawfully prescribed drug or other medical information, such information must be treated as a confidential medical record," and therefore not shared with your current or prospective employer.

• Are home drug test kits accurate?

  No at-home drug test is 100% accurate. Many factors could alter the results of an at-home test resulting in a false positive or false negative result regardless of the person's actual drug abuse. For instance, it is possible to test for the wrong drugs. Timing of the collection could be off and the drugs had not yet shown up in the urine at the time the sample was collected. It is also possible that the chemicals in the at-home test went bad if they were stored incorrectly or they passed their expiration date.

• What is the most accurate drug test?

  There are many different ways to collect a sample for a drug test including hair, salavia, and sweat, but blood tests are the most accurate. They are also the most invasive and costly given that they are processed by a trained phlebotomist and analyzed in a lab, and usually the variety that are required by serious employers.

• What shows up on a drug test?

  Most drug tests screen for multiple substances including both drugs and alcohol. Both blood and urine drug testing usually screens for amphetamines, methamphetamines, benzodiazepines, barbiturates, marijuana, cocaine, ecstasy, opiates, PCP, methadone, tricyclic antidepressants, and nicotine, in addition to alcohol.

• How soon do drugs show up in blood?

  Drugs and alcohol in blood are typically detectable within minutes to hours after consumption, depending on the drug and the dose. However, given that drugs rapidly metabolize and are eliminated from the body, blood tests generally offer a very brief detection window.

• How soon do drugs show up in urine?

  While it varies based on the drug and dose, usually drugs are traceable within urine tests within 1-3 days after last use. Opioids like heroin and oxycodone are usually on the shorter end of that range, while stimulants including cocaine, meth, and prescription medications are on the longer end.

• How soon do drugs show up in hair follicles?

  While both blood and urine drug tests, drugs and alcohol present and leave your system within a few days of last use. This is because drugs metabolize quickly and are eliminated by the body. Hair, however, holds onto drug use history much longer. A hair follicle drug test can detect repeated drug use up to 90 days beyond the last drug use.

• Where can I get a blood test?

  Drug tests are generally available at medical testing labs, urgent care centers, retail clinics, primary care doctor offices, and many local pharmacies. While walk-in appointments are typically available, booking a visit online will reduce your wait time and ensure you have your drug test results sooner. If your employer is requiring a drug test, consult with them first as they may have a designated place for you to get your drug test.