FEDERALLY MANDATED DRUG TEST (5‐PANEL), URINE

 

DESCRIPTION

 

This Federally Mandated Urine Drug Test (5‐Panel) is regulated by the government – specifically the DOT or Department of Transportation. Anyone who conducts a job that impacts their safety or those of others are considered to be ‘safety-sensitive’ employees and are subjected to testing. The test determines the presence or absence of 5 types of drugs or their metabolites, along with expanded opiates, in urine. This test is a laboratory-based test and includes a screen, confirmation, and the review of a medical officer.

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WHY DO I NEED ?

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A federally mandated drug test has been in effect since 1991 when the Omnibus Transportation Employee Testing Act recognized the need for drug testing those who are employed in ‘safety-sensitive’ positions which are positions that may impact the safety of the employed individual or that of the public. Federally mandated drug tests are required for pre-employment, random testing, return-to-duty, reasonable suspicion, follow-up, or post-accident.

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HOW LONG WILL IT TAKE TO GET MY LAB TEST RESULTS?

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When the drug screen is performed in the laboratory, the drug screen results take 24 to 48 business hours after specimen collection. If the drug screen is non-negative, the result and specimen will then need to be confirmed. Confirmation and MRO (medical review) can take an additional 48 to 72 business hours after the screen is completed.

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