Any type of testing can be unnerving if you don’t know what to expect. We have put together a short information sheet to cover what to expect when going for a hair follicle test.

When choosing a hair follicle test make sure you know what panel or drugs of concern you need to be tested for. When booking your appointment, the collector will discuss your options with you to ensure you are getting the best test.

We have put together a short information sheet to cover what to expect when going for a drug and alcohol test.

Before coming into your drug test, ensure you are prepared to provide a urine sample. This means that you should start drinking liquids about an hour before your appointment.

The most common type of Alcohol test for work is the Breathalyzer. There is no preparation work required for a Breath Alcohol test. You will need to have valid government issued photo id.

A Medical Review Officer is an “impartial, licensed physician who analyses laboratory results from drug testing programs and provides medical explanations for specific drug test results”. Their purpose is to ensure the accuracy of the test results and give the donor an opportunity to explain why they may have positive results. MROs can be independent contractors on an as-needed basis for companies or be under the jurisdiction of a Federal agency.

The three main types of tests are urine, hair follicle and fingernail tests. Each of these tests will cover different timeframes, the infographic below is a quick snapshot of the timeframes as well as the ease in which the test can be adulterated.