Hair Follicle Drug Testing - Utah

Accredited Drug Testing has 173 hair drug testing centers in 440 UT cities.

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Hair drug testing, sometimes called hair follicle testing, is a technical method for identifying drug usage by examining hair specimens.

Operational process:

• Drug infiltrates bloodstream: Upon drug consumption, the substance and its metabolites (decomposition products) permeate into the bloodstream.
• Drugs penetrate hair follicles: Due to the presence of a blood vessel in each hair follicle, drugs are transported from the bloodstream into the hair follicle.
• Drugs become part of the hair: As hair extends, these tiny amounts of chemicals are incorporated into the hair strand's cortex.
• Hair sample acquisition: A segment of hair is collected, mainly from the head (or body hair if head hair is inadequate).
• Laboratory evaluation: The hair specimen is delivered to a laboratory for examination.
  • Initial screening: A primary Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assay (ELISA) is utilized to initially test for drug metabolites.
  • Secondary confirmation: Should the ELISA result be positive, a precise confirmation test, such as Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry (GC/MS) or Liquid - Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry/Mass Spectrometry (LC/MS/MS), is employed to verify the presence of drug metabolites and to eliminate false positives.

Benefits of hair drug testing:

• Extended detection period: Hair drug tests can recognize drug use for up to 90 days, in contrast to urine tests which have a comparatively brief detection period.
• Challenging to manipulate: Tampering with a hair drug test is exceedingly difficult, thus the results are more reliable.
• Offers historical insight: It can illustrate a usage pattern over an extended period, beyond just recent consumption.

Drawbacks:

• Inability to identify recent usage: Drugs become traceable in hair approximately 5-7 days after use.
• Expense: Hair drug tests are typically costlier than other drug detection techniques.
• Variability in outcomes: Elements like hair color and individual differences in hair growth can influence the level of drug metabolites in hair.

Note: While frequently termed "hair follicle tests", the analysis is performed on the hair strand itself and not the follicle beneath the skin.

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Fast, Accurate, and Reliable Results in Utah

Our hair follicle drug tests in Utah deliver precise results swiftly, making them a preferred choice for accurate detection of substance use. Hair tests ensure a high level of accuracy with their robust detection mechanisms.

Employers and individuals benefit from the quick turnaround times of our results, allowing for timely decision-making. We maintain stringent measures to ensure tests deliver results you can trust, eliminating uncertainties associated with more conventional methods.

Precision in Testing
Hair follicle testing's precision lies in its ability to accurately map substance use history, offering superior insight into past usage patterns. This reliability reinforces our clients' confidence in their testing outcomes.

Extended Detection Window in Utah

Our hair follicle testing services in Utah are renowned for their extended detection window, capable of identifying drug use up to 90 days preceding the test, offering a wider analysis scope than more traditional methods.

Comprehensive Substance History
This extended timeframe offers employers detailed insights into a person's drug use history, key for making informed decisions on employment or disciplinary actions.

With a longer window of detection, hair tests provide a holistic view of applicant or employee's substance habits, essential for upholding workplace safety and integrity.

Tamper-Resistant Testing Method in Utah

The credibility of hair follicle drug testing lies in its resistance to sample tampering. This method's resilience against adulteration provides Utah employers with confidence in test outcomes.

Integrity in Results
Hair samples are less susceptible to being altered or substituted, a significant advantage over other testing methods that may be prone to manipulation, thus assuring reliable results.

The rigorous collection and analysis processes inherent to hair follicle testing further diminish risks of result compromise, ensuring dependable data on substance use.

Why is Hair Follicle Drug Testing Important

Hair follicle testing surpasses other testing methods in Utah due to its exceptional detection accuracy. Unlike 'URINE' tests, hair tests can reveal drug use over a longer period, typically up to 90 days.

By analyzing a small hair sample, we provide Utah employers with detailed drug use history, making it an invaluable tool for thorough screening. Its reliability ensures that even infrequent users are identified.

Hair follicle testing is less intrusive and less susceptible to tampering compared to 'URINE' tests. This means that the results are more reliable and trusted by employers across Utah.

With our widespread network of centers in Utah, obtaining a hair sample is simple and quick. This ensures minimal disruption to work schedules while delivering fast and accurate results.