Types of Drug Tests for Your Workplace
When a company begins researching what testing methods they want to incorporate into their company's drug-free workplace policy, there are several items to consider. Choosing the right test type depends on factors like detection window requirements, DOT compliance obligations, and collection logistics. Whether you select one or multiple testing methodologies, it is best to review the pros and cons of each. Drug testing has advanced, and MMC provides innovative drug testing solutions onsite or through a nationwide network of testing facilities.
To learn more about drug and alcohol testing services provided by Mobile Medical Corporation, reach out or explore our substance abuse screening solutions available for your workplace.
Options for Drug Testing Through MMC
Oral Fluid/Saliva Testing
Oral fluid testing matches the advantages of urine testing while eliminating collection integrity concerns. Employers choose oral fluid/saliva testing because they are best suited for post-accident and reasonable suspicion situations. The shorter detection window focuses on very recent drug use rather than historical use.
Urine Testing
Urine is the oldest and most common form of drug testing. Urine is the only method approved for federally mandated testing. Employers choose urine testing because it is cost-effective, widely available, and the only specimen type with a full body of federal regulatory history under DOT and SAMHSA guidelines.
Hair Testing
Hair testing is utilized to identify habitual and periodic drug users due to its extended window of detection. Employers choose hair testing because it provides the longest detection window of any common drug test type, making it valuable for pre-employment screening when employers want a broader picture of historical drug use patterns.
For more information on drug testing methodologies used by Mobile Medical Corporation or to schedule to have your staff screened, call today. Additional information can be found by reaching out to our staff.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the most common type of drug test used by employers?
Urine drug testing is the most common type of drug test used by employers in the United States. It is cost-effective, widely available through certified collection sites, and required for all federally mandated testing programs under DOT regulations. Most standard pre-employment and random testing programs use urine specimens with a 5-panel or 10-panel screen.
Can an oral fluid test detect the same drugs as a urine test?
What types of drug tests does MMC offer?
What to Consider
About Different Testing Methods
- State legislative restrictions
- Federal or non-federal
- Windows of detection
- Lab-based or rapid/instant
- Sample collection requirements
- Testing availability/network
