Contents
- 1 What do pre-employment drug tests screen for?
- 2 What shows up on a drug screening test?
- 3 What should I avoid before a drug test?
- 4 How far back does a urine drug test go?
- 5 What does a 15 panel drug test test for?
- 6 What is on a 10 panel drug screen?
- 7 What foods can cause you to fail a drug test?
- 8 What happens if you fail a pre employment drug test?
- 9 Will they tell me if I fail a drug test?
- 10 How long does it take to find out if you failed a drug test?
What do pre-employment drug tests screen for?
These drug tests typically screen for the use of the following illegal drugs (but can test for others if needed): Methamphetamines (meth, speed, crank, ecstasy) THC (cannabinoids, marijuana, hash) Cocaine (coke, crack)
What shows up on a drug screening test?
These tests detect the presence of drugs such as marijuana, cocaine, opiates, methamphetamine, amphetamines, PCP, benzodiazepine, barbiturates, methadone, tricyclic antidepressants, ecstasy, and oxycodone.
What should I avoid before a drug test?
For 24 hours prior to collecting the specimen, you should avoid strenuous exercise as well as the following substances and drugs:
- Acetaminophen.
- Alcohol.
- Antihistamines.
- Aspirin.
- Caffeine.
- Vitamin B.
How far back does a urine drug test go?
Most drugs of abuse stay in the body for at least a few days after the last use and are traceable with urine tests. Opioids like heroin and oxycodone are detectable for between 1 and 3 days after last use. Stimulants including cocaine, meth, and ADHD medications are detectable for about 2 or 3 days.
What does a 15 panel drug test test for?
The 15 Panel drug screen detects a full range of illicit compounds. This test all compounds in the 10 panel, along with alcohol, cotinine, barbiturate, benzodiazepine, buprenorphine, oxycodone.
What is on a 10 panel drug screen?
Standard 10-panel test: typically looks for cocaine, marijuana, PCP, amphetamines, opiates, benzodiazepines, barbiturates, methadone, propoxyphene, & Quaaludes.
What foods can cause you to fail a drug test?
A few foods are known to throw off drug test results, the most famous being poppy seeds baked into bagels and pastries. Many opiates are derived from poppy seeds including morphine and codeine.
What happens if you fail a pre employment drug test?
What Happens If I Fail a Pre-Employment Drug Test? In most cases, if you fail a pre-employment drug test, you will no longer be eligible for the job. Companies who require pre-employment drug tests must clearly state that the offer of employment is contingent upon a new hire passing a drug screening test.
Will they tell me if I fail a drug test?
You probably won’t hear from the company about the drugs test result if you have passed it, but if you fail, you can expect to hear from a Medical Review Officer (MRO). If you lie, they will know because they have access to the drug test results and know what was in your system when you took the drug test.
How long does it take to find out if you failed a drug test?
Negative results are usually received within 24 hours; however, a non-negative screen will require further testing that may take a few days up to one week. If the initial screen is negative, a medical review officer (MRO) will typically contact the employer with the results.