Drug Testing
Private Professional Drug Testing
Drug testing isn’t just for employers. Personal drug testing allows individuals to take control of their testing needs, maintain confidentiality, and schedule tests at their convenience. Whether you’re preparing for a job, documenting sobriety, or meeting a legal requirement, individual drug testing provides clarity and peace of mind.
Drug Tests Available for Individuals
Individuals can access the same laboratory-based drug and alcohol tests used by employers without employer authorization.
Urine Drug Testing
- Most common and cost-effective option
- Detects recent drug use (typically 1–5 days)
- Available panels include:
- 5-panel drug test
- 10-panel drug test
- Expanded panels (including prescription and synthetic drugs)
Oral Fluid (Mouth Swab) Drug Testing
- Detects very recent drug use
- Non-invasive and fast
- Ideal for same-day or post-incident needs
Hair Follicle Drug Testing
- Detects drug use up to 90 days
- Difficult to tamper with
- Often used for long-term history verification
Alcohol Testing
- Breath alcohol testing (instant results)
- Urine alcohol (EtG) testing for recent consumption
Drug Test Panels Explained
Selecting a drug test panel involves choosing which drugs you want to screen for and how many. Each panel corresponds to a set of substances included in the test, making it easier to match your needs.
A drug test panel indicates how many drug categories a test screens for (e.g., a 5-panel test screens for 5 drug categories). The higher the panel number, the more substances are detected. Employers choose panels based on risk, job duties, and requirements.
What Is a Drug Test Panel?
A drug test panel specifies the types of drugs or drug classes examined during the screening.
- 5-panel drug test = screens for 5 common drugs
- 10-panel drug test = screens for 10 drug categories
More panels provide broader coverage for workplace drug screening.
Most Common Drug Test Panels
5-Panel Drug Test
The 5-panel drug test is the standard for workplace drug testing.
Tests for:
- Marijuana (THC)
- Cocaine
- Opiates (heroin, morphine, codeine)
- Amphetamines (including methamphetamine)
- PCP
6- and 8-Panel Drug Tests
These tests expand on the 5-panel by adding prescription drug screening.
Common additions include:
- Benzodiazepine (Xanax, Valium)
- Oxycodone
- Barbiturates
9- and 10-Panel Drug Tests
These panels provide comprehensive drug screening by testing for illegal drugs and multiple prescription medications.
Typically includes:
- All 5-panel substances
- Benzodiazepines
- Barbiturates
- Methadone
- Oxycodone
Our expert staff helps individuals select compliant, cost-effective drug testing panels that protect people and reduce risk.
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