Drug Testing Industry News & Topics
Methadone: Understanding Its Use, Risks, and How to Test For Methadone
Drug testing is an essential tool in various industries, workplaces, and treatment centers. One of the substances that commonly appear on drug testing panels is methadone, a synthetic opioid commonly used as a medication-assisted treatment (MAT) for opioid addiction....
Ethyl Glucuronide (EtG) – The Chemical Marker for Alcohol Consumption
Key Points Discussed: • Ethyl glucuronide (EtG) is a metabolite of ethanol that is produced in the body after exposure to alcohol. • EtG is used to detect and monitor alcohol abstinence in situations where drinking is prohibited. • Tests for EtG can be conducted on...
Signs And Side Effects Of Weed Use
Weed is made when the flowers of Cannabis (which is a collection of some psychotropic plants) are harvested and dried. People are increasingly using the term weed to refer to marijuana. Weed, pot, dope, and grass are all terms for marijuana. They are various names for...
The Benefit of HR Drug Testing
Drug Testing provides numerous benefits to any company or industry. Supporters of workplace drug testing promote several safety and production values. It is critical that your organization establish and maintains a workplace drug testing program as soon as possible....
The Link Between Workplace Well-Being And Substance Abuse
Substance Abuse is the unhealthy usage of alcohol, drugs, or other substances that impairs a person's functionality or well-being. Substance abuse in the workplace might go undetected for a long time. People who have poor coping methods and frequently use drugs or...
Can Supplements And Medications Interfere With Drug Testing?
A Drug Test examines a sample of your urine, blood, saliva, or hair for evidence of one or more illegal or prescription substances. A drug test can detect drug use and misuse, which includes: Using illegal substances like cocaine...