by J S | Feb 1, 2022 | Blogs, News/Articles
The Process of Getting CLIA Certified – CLIA stands for Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments of 1988. This is a federal law that requires a certificate for any facility that collects human samples and performs tests for the purpose of diagnosis, treatment,...
by J S | Jan 26, 2022 | Blogs, News/Articles
A 10 panel drug test is a common choice, but what is a 10 panel drug test exactly, and what does a 10 panel drug test test for? How to use drug test? Keep reading to find out. Did you know that the federal budget for drug control in 2020 was $35 billion? Even so,...
by J S | Jan 26, 2022 | Blogs, News/Articles
How Are Fentanyl Drug Testing Strips Saving Lives ? These drugs are often used for severe pain. These drugs are made in official labs and not adulterated. Street fentanyl is often spiked with other drugs. Doctors prescribe opioids. Not lethal doses. Street fentanyl...
by J S | Jan 26, 2022 | Blogs, News/Articles
Did you know that seven in 10 Americans have used drugs while at work, not including marijuana? This means workers are taking cocaine, opiates, amphetamines, etc. while on the job. Perceptions of the industries where workers regularly get high don’t always match...
by J S | Jan 25, 2022 | Blogs, News/Articles
ETG tests indicate whether a person has consumed alcohol in the past few days. ETG test strips can detect metabolized alcohol up to 80 hours after the last drink. Here we look at ETG test facts and myths and why it’s a superior testing solution for employers,...
by J S | Jan 25, 2022 | News/Articles, Blogs
Drug Test Kits – all in one – Drug test kits for all drugs (or at least, all the ones you’ll probably want to test for) are now readily available online from Ovus Medical. If you’re looking for a home drug testing kit that can tell you whether...
by J S | Jan 13, 2022 | Blogs, News/Articles
CDC reported 705,264 new COVID-19 cases on January 5, 2022. They estimate 95% of these are the Omicron variant. And an antigen rapid test is the fastest way to know your status. But you might wonder what to do if you test positive for COVID-19. What’s the...
by J S | Jan 13, 2022 | Blogs, News/Articles
Have you picked up a cough or cold in the last few days? Naturally, many people who are starting to feel sick wonder if they have picked up the coronavirus that continues to spread all over the world. How exactly does COVID-19 testing work? There are several ways to...
by J S | Jan 5, 2022 | Blogs, News/Articles
When looking at the statistics for drug use, the most common drug test for employment comes into play. A study by the National Council on Alcohol and Drug Dependence estimates that alcohol and drug misuse costs over $81 billion annually in lost productivity. This, in...
by J S | Jan 5, 2022 | Blogs, News/Articles
Saliva or Urine Drug Test Accuracy Compared, Which Is More Accurate, Saliva or Urine Drug Test? If you’re an employer looking to implement a company drug testing policy, it’s essential to know your available testing options: saliva or urine. But which one...
by Liberty | Jan 2, 2022 | News/Articles, Blogs
Drugs appear in blood and urine tests at different times depending on the substance. Like other testing alternatives, saliva drug tests primarily look for drug metabolites. These the chemicals left behind after the body has processed a specific substance. The question...
by Liberty | Dec 13, 2021 | Blogs
Urine drug test vs Hair follicle drug Test: The urine drug test is one of the most widely used drug detection methods. But how does it fare against the hair follicle drug test? Which is better? Which is right for your needs and preferences? Read on to find out. Urine...
by J S | Nov 17, 2021 | Blogs, News/Articles
Oxycodone on a drug test? Looking to test for oxycodone in your next round of drug screenings? The wide range of drug tests on the market can be hard to decipher and sift through. When your budget and location limitations come in, the process of finding the right drug...
by J S | Nov 11, 2021 | Blogs, News/Articles
In the United States, around 71% of workplaces with over 1,000 employees conduct drug tests, and 42% test for alcohol misuse. Worksites with 50 to 99 employees also test for drugs 40.2% of the time. Employee drug testing is common and often the same as at-home drug...
by J S | Nov 10, 2021 | Blogs, News/Articles
Whether you’re new to drug testing or this is the first time you’re incorporating urine tests into your process, reading the results can be difficult and does a urine color in a drug test matter. Urine drug tests can come with a range of abilities, testing...
by Liberty | Oct 27, 2021 | Blogs
Oxy is the abbreviation of oxycodone, a medication for the treatment of moderate to severe pain. Doctors prescribe it when other medications and treatments are ineffective. It comes from thebaine, an opium alkaloid. The question is – does oxycodone show up on a...
by J S | Oct 18, 2021 | News/Articles, Blogs
Drug tests are commonplace today. Many employers, court systems, athletic leagues/organizations, or even medical insurance companies may require people to take drug tests. There are, however, different types of drug tests designed to check for different illicit drugs...
by Liberty | Oct 13, 2021 | Blogs
A saliva or urine drug test is ideal for many different drug testing applications, from pre-employment testing to probation drug testing, clinical laboratory testing, and more. Aside from that, these drug tests are CLIA-waived and FDA-approved. So is a saliva or urine...
by J S | Oct 11, 2021 | News/Articles, Blogs
Are you an employer wanting to test your staff or new hires? Maybe you’re a parent who needs to test their child for drug abuse or a treatment center looking to test patients. If you are one of these, then this article is for you. Keep reading to find out all...
by J S | Oct 5, 2021 | News/Articles, Blogs
When you think of drug testing in your organization, we don’t often think about how much it costs. That said, it can be a considerable expense if you’re testing a large group of people. It’s important to have a conception of the cost when...
