Pros and Cons of Drug Testing Methods
If you've never been exposed to drug testing before, all of this information can seem a bit overwhelming. That's why we here at TestCountry are dedicated to making your shopping experience an informed and pleasant one.
Check out the summary listing of the Pros and Cons for each drug testing method below to help you to decide which drug testing method is most suitable for you. To receive a more detailed listing via email please register for our mailing list.
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 | Choosing A Drug Testing Method: Which One is Right for Me? |
URINE DRUG TESTING
Urine drug testing is one of the most popular methods of random drug testing for recent drug use, as they are easy to use and provide fast and accurate results.This method can detect the presence of drugs in urine from 1 day up to 7 days after the drug has entered a person's system. The big advantage to urine drug testing, is that you have the ability to test up to 10 different drugs at one time.
| Pros of URINE Drug Testing | Cons of URINE Drug Testing |
| - Highly dependable - Highly accurate - Cost effective - Immediate results - Easy to store - No lab analysis necessary - An affordable choice for random employee testing | - Limited day detection window - Somewhat invasive - Cut-off levels for drugs apply - Tampering of sample can occur if it is collected out of sight |
SALIVA DRUG TESTING
Detecting drug use with a saliva (oral fluids) drug test kit is a clean and easy drug screening technique. This method provides fast, accurate results and can detect up to 6 drugs instantly. It is often the preferred method of screening in the workplace and home as it is non-evasive. Its detection window starts within hours and will good up to 2-3 days.
| Pros of SALIVA Drug Testing | Cons of SALIVA Drug Testing |
| - Non-intrusive - Donor-friendly - Detects recent drug use - Difficult to adulterate - Immediate results - No lab analysis necessary - An affordable choice for random employee testing | - Small detection window - Smoking and the rate of saliva production can cause inconclusive results |
HAIR FOLLICLE DRUG TESTING
Hair Follicle Drug Testing is a trusted drug testing method with the longest detection period. It can detect drugs within approx. 10 days and can detect upto 90 days.
| Pros of HAIR FOLLICILE Drug Testing | Cons of HAIR FOLLICILE Drug Testing |
- Can detect drugs for up to 90 days | - Longer results waiting period as samples must be sent to the lab - Does not detect very recent drug use (of up to 1.5 weeks) -Costs more than urine or saliva drug testing |
TestCountry offers urine , oral fluid and hair employee drug testing programs to meet your entire drug testing needs. Whether for pre-employment, random testing, reasonable suspicion, post accident, return to duty, follow-up, or DOT, we have the right employee drug testing program for you.
A well thought out employee drug testing policy is an important component of employee screening and can save you several thousand dollars each year. TestCountry understands that a successful employee drug testing program must be convenient and easy-to-use
That is why we have over 8,000 collection sites , which gives us the ability to zip code match your company location(s) with the closest collection sites available. We only use SAMSHA / NIDA certified and DOT-compliant laboratories. When results are completed - typically 24 hours for negative results and 48 hours for positive results or when reviewed.
Our corporate purchasing plan is available for those organizations who wish to order instant drug test kits and/or establish an account to do laboratory-based drug testing for their workplace. Our corporate drug testing plans are flexible and are tailored to your specific needs and requirements. We have a dedicated Customer Service and Sales Team available to assist you in choosing the best option for your company.
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Did you know that several states offer Worker's Compensation discounts to companies that maintain certified drug free workplace programs? If you do not have an employee drug testing policy, we can help you draft your policy and implement a program designed to meet your needs. Contact us to get started.