DOT Test and Drug Screening

A drug test involves the technical analysis of a biological specimen, such as urine, saliva, and blood, to detect the presence or absence of a drug or its metabolites. For several reasons, you might seek drug testing services in Tallahassee, FL, or Quincy, FL. For instance, you might be subjected to a DOT test if you are looking for a job in the transportation industry. At Allied Health and Rehabilitation, we offer both DOT and non-DOT tests. Keep reading to learn more about these tests and what you can expect.

Types of Drug Tests

We can categorize drug types based on the biological sample used and the types of drugs they detect. Below are some drug screening types (we might not offer some of these at our practice):

Urine Drug Testing

As the name suggests, a urine drug testing requires a urine sample. It is a common drug test used to detect drugs like marijuana.

Hair Follicle Drug Testing

Did you know your hair could provide insight into substance use over time? A professional can use hair to check for drugs like cocaine, opioids, and amphetamines.

Breath Drug Testing

A professional can conduct a breath drug test to detect recent alcohol consumption. However, it might not be the most accurate option.

Do I Need to Prepare for a Drug Test?

You don’t need to do anything ahead of a drug test except making sure you are not taking any drugs that would give you a positive result. Depending on the circumstances of the test, the professional might ask you about any medication or supplements you might be currently taking.

What to expect depends on the type of drug test you are testing. For instance, in the case of a urine test, you will need to pee into a clean container. You might be required to hand in the sample in the presence of a nurse or technician to ascertain that the sample came from you.

Getting the Results

How soon you get the results of the drug test may depend on the type of reason for the test. The results might be either positive or negative, depending on what you are testing for and how accurate the testing is.

Visit Us for a Drug Screening and DOT Test

We understand that it can be stressful to get a drug test. Here at Allied Health and Rehabilitation, we do what we can to help ensure the process is as smooth as possible. Call us for more information at (850) 328-0424 Tallahassee, FL, or at (850) 662-1540 Quincy, FL.