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What should I do if my child tests positive for drugs or alcohol?
First of all, stay calm. You are in control and now have the proof that your child is using drugs. Our program manual teaches you how to respond to a positive test. We’re with you every step of the way. Should your child need counseling or treatment, we have the resources to help you take the next steps.
Can one test be used for all the possible drugs of abuse?
No, it cannot. Each drug needs a specific test. We do offer multi-drug tests – up to 12 drugs can be tested at a time.
What percentage of random tests should be conducted each year for an employer to maintain an effective deterrence and detection program?
There is no established optimum percentage of random tests that will ensure the most effective deterrence and detection program. Logically, a very small percentage (e.g., 5 percent) may not be sufficient to deter or detect someone abusing an illicit substance, while a very high percentage (e.g., 95 percent) might be much more than is needed to maintain an effective program. The Department of Transportation permits the percentage of random tests to vary depending on the positive rate. In some cases, an industry is permitted to test at a 10 percent random rate while another industry is required to test at a 50 percent rate. Please contact DOT at 202-366-3784 for additional information on its policy.
At what age should I sit down with my children to discuss the dangers of drugs?
It’s never too early to share how you feel about drugs and what your expectations are in terms of zero tolerance of drug use by your children. A study showed that 74% of 4th graders wished their parents would speak with them about drugs.
What is the difference between a Dip Card Test and an Integrated Cup Test?
The Dip Card is dipped into a urine specimen to obtain results. A cup is a convenient method of testing where the specimen is collected in the cup and tested there as well. There is no handling of the specimen.
What do you mean by a rapid drug test?
A rapid drug test is a diagnostic test that very quickly gives you the results that show whether or not you have the presence of a specific drug in your body.
What are the drug detection times in the body?
Drug detection times, or the amount of time the drug remains in the body, could vary from drug to drug.
| DRUG CATEGORY | DRUG DETECTION TIMES (DAYS) |
| Amphetamines (AMP) | 2-6 Days |
| Barbituates (BAR) | 3-8 Days |
| Benzodiazepines (BZO) | 2-14 Days |
| Cocaine (COC) | 2-5 Days |
| Marijuana (THC) | 14-30 Days |
| Metamphetamines (mAMP) | 2-6 Days |
| Methadone (MTD) | 2-8 Days |
| Opiates (OPI & MOP) | 2- 5 Days |
| Oxycodone (OXY) | 2-5 Days |
| Phencyclidine (PCP) | 3-8 Days |
| Tricyclics (TCA) | 10 Days |
| Propoxyphene (PPX) | 2-3 Days |
| Buprenorphine (Suboxone) (BUP) | 48 To 72 Hours |
| Ecstacy (MDMA) | 5 To 7 Days |
What are the cut-off levels for drugs in your tests?
Our FDA approved tests have the following SAMHSA industry-standard cutoff levels:
| DRUG NAME | SYMBOL | Nanograms/ml |
| Marijuana | THC | 50 ng/ml |
| Cocaine | COC | 300 ng/ml |
| Phencyclidine | PCP | 25 ng/ml |
| Opiates | OPI | 2000 ng/ml |
| Morphine | MOP | 300 ng/ml |
| Amphetamines | AMP | 1000ng/ml |
| Methamphetamines | mAMP | 1000 ng/ml |
| Barbiturates | BAR | 300 ng/ml |
| Benzodiazepines | BZO | 300 ng/ml |
| Methadone | MTD | 300 ng/ml |
| Tricyclic Antidepressants | TCA | 30 ng/ml |
| Buprenorphine | BUP | 10ng/ml |
| Ecstacy | MDMA | 500ng/ml |
| Propoxyphene | PPX | 300ng/ml |
| Oxycodone | OXY | 100ng/ml |
Is there a way to get a sample without my child’s knowledge?
Some children may refuse to comply with taking a drug test. We address this issue in our program manual. As a last resort, we do offer parents a method to test their child without the child’s knowledge.
Is drug testing at home really that simple?
Yes, it is. All it takes is a few minutes with our rapid drug testing products.