Hair Drug Testing Locations in Louisiana

Accredited Drug Testing has 431 hair drug testing centers in 799 LA cities.

Please select a city from the list below to find hair drug test centers in Louisiana.

Hair drug screening, or hair follicle substance detection, is a verified approach utilized to identify drug consumption through examination of hair follicles.

Mechanism:

• Substance enters bloodstream: Upon drug intake, the compound and its breakdown products (metabolites) infiltrate the bloodstream.
• Substances reach hair follicles: Due to every hair follicle being connected to a blood vessel, drugs migrate from the bloodstream into the hair follicle.
• Substances become embedded in hair: During hair growth, these minor chemical traces embed into the cortex of the hair shaft.
• Gathering hair sample: Hair is sampled, primarily from the scalp (or body hair if scalp hair is inadequate).
• Analytical processing: The collected hair is shipped to a laboratory for examination.
  • Preliminary screening: An ELISA (Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assay) test is initially executed to screen for signs of drug metabolites.
  • Verification: Should the ELISA indicate a positive result, a more precise verification test, such as GC/MS (Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry) or LC/MS/MS (Liquid Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry/Mass Spectrometry), is administered to verify the presence of drug metabolites and exclude false positives.

Hair drug testing benefits:

• Extended detection period: Hair drug assays can identify drug usage for up to three months, unlike urine analysis, which has a shorter detection period.
• Hard to manipulate: Manipulating a hair drug test is exceedingly challenging, enhancing accuracy of outcomes.
• Tracks usage history: It offers a drug consumption pattern over time, rather than just recent usage.

Drawbacks:

• Inability to detect recent intake: It requires about 5-7 days post-ingestion for drugs to manifest in hair.
• Expense: Hair drug analysis typically incurs higher costs compared to other drug testing alternatives.
• Result variability: Elements such as hair color as well as individual differences in hair growth can impact drug metabolite concentration in hair.

Note: Although commonly labeled as "hair follicle tests", the analysis targets the hair strand rather than the sub-scalar hair follicle system.

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Fast, Accurate, and Reliable Results in Louisiana
Our hair follicle drug tests in Louisiana are synonymous with speed and precision. Employers appreciate the quick turnaround times without compromising the accuracy necessary for high-stakes decisions.

Hair follicle testing stands out due to its unmatched accuracy. This testing method reduces the chance of false positives, providing employers the assurance they need in keeping the workplace safe.

The reliability of our results helps Louisiana businesses maintain integrity and confidence in their drug testing processes. It eliminates doubts and enhances decision-making processes by offering rapid, trustworthy insights into employees’ substance use.

Extended Detection Window in Louisiana
The extended detection window of hair follicle testing reaches back as far as 90 days. This expansive timeframe grants employers in Louisiana a complete overview of an individual's drug use.

For employers, this means broader insight into substance use habits, far exceeding the limited window of alternative testing methods. Understanding the full scope of behavior is crucial in maintaining a safe working environment.

The capacity to DETECT long-term drug use makes hair follicle testing an invaluable tool, providing clarity and enabling informed employment decisions for those committed to workplace safety and compliance.

Tamper-Resistant Testing Method in Louisiana
Hair follicle testing significantly minimizes the risk of sample tampering, an essential consideration for Louisiana employers seeking reliable outcomes.

The inherent nature of collecting hair samples ensures an almost tamper-proof process compared to other methods vulnerable to adulteration. This integrity reinforces confidence in the results among employers.

Employers can rely on the authenticity of hair follicle tests, knowing that they face minimal risk of TAMPERing, safeguarding the credibility of their drug testing regimen and, subsequently, workplace safety.

Why is Hair Follicle Drug Testing Important

Why Hair Follicle Testing Beats Other Forms in Louisiana

Hair follicle testing stands out in the drug testing arena due to its superior accuracy and extended detection window. Unlike the token URINE test, hair follicle testing provides a comprehensive overview of a person's drug history, covering up to 90 days of potential exposure.

For residents and employers in Louisiana, this means a more robust approach to understanding substance use patterns. Our testing services offer peace of mind, knowing that you're receiving one of the most reliable testing methods available, significantly mitigating the risk of false negatives.

Enhanced Detection and Reliability

With a network spanning 431 centers in 799 cities, our services are readily accessible and ideal for those requiring accurate drug screening. Hair follicle testing effectively identifies a variety of substances, providing an unmatched comprehensive scope in drug detection.

By choosing hair follicle testing in Louisiana, you gain access to a testing service that ensures your safety and compliance requirements are met. The effectiveness of hair testing in comparison to URINE tests guarantees thorough and precise insights, setting a standard in the industry.