Sweat Patch Drug Testing
Drug testing plays a big role in employment, court rulings, medical care and beyond. While drug testing options like urine tests and hair follicle testing are ideal in some cases, you have other options. Sweat patch drug testing is an accessible option to understand usage habits over an extended period.
Learn about sweat patch testing from Test Smartly Labs.
How Does a Sweat Patch Drug Test Work?
A sweat patch drug test is a solution for monitoring drug usage over an extended period, usually about a week or two. When a person wears one of these patches, the material collects dead skin and sweat from the skin's surface. These particles will contain traces of drugs if the wearer uses them while wearing the patch, so a lab will test the patch for these traces. Drugs the test can detect include:
- Marijuana
- Amphetamines
- Opiates
- Cocaine
- Phencyclidine (PCP)
- Fentanyl / Norfentanyl
- Methamphetamine
- Methadone
- Opiates
- Opioids: Oxycodone / Oxymorphone
- Benzodiazepines
- Buprenorphine
Typically, these testing patches are applied by a trained technician on the client's arm, but they can be worn anywhere on the skin. At Test Smartly Labs, we provide the patches and complete the patch analysis at one of our local labs to deliver results. If a patch falls off, we can offer a replacement to restart the testing period.
Benefits of a Sweat Patch
While there are many methods for testing a person's system for drugs, sweat patches are the preferred choice in some cases. The biggest benefits of this testing method include:
- Continuous collection for a week or more
- Wide-range detection for various substances
- Easy application and removal
- Tamper-evident testing method
- Noninvasive and completely sanitary option
Applications for a Drug Sweat Patch
Sweat patch drug testing is an ideal way to monitor drug usage in various circumstances. Many times, these drug tests are court-ordered for certain individuals. They can also be used for employees where drug usage is highly suspected. These patches may even be required for parents in child protective cases.
Drug sweat patches are also a great accountability tool for people trying to overcome addiction. The long monitoring window makes it easier to help people recover from their addictions.
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Why Do Businesses Need Random Employee Drug Tests?
Do you remember the last time you applied for a new job? Or perhaps you are a hiring manager at the business who has accepted many applications and interviewed potential hires. One common part of the hiring process is the pre-employment drug test. No matter what side of the process you are on, this drug test is designed to ensure that the company ends up with the best employees possible who will be able to perform their duties safely and successfully.
What Are The Advantages Of A Drug Patch Test?
This isn’t a drug test for everyone, but it’s very useful in some circumstances and comes with a variety of advantages including:
- Tamper Proof
The drug patch cannot be removed, or the test won’t be accurate and a new patch will need to be put on by us in order for it to be valid. Plus, there’s nothing you can eat, drink, or do to cheat a sweat patch test. - Non-Invasive & Ease
No bathrooms, no needle pokes, no swabs – it makes for a non-invasive, simple test for those who need routinely and continuously monitored. - Longer Detection Window
One of the biggest benefits of a drug patch is that it detects the presence of drugs over a longer period of time than other tests. Someone will wear this patch all day, every day, for 7-14 days. If they use drugs within this timeframe, the patch will pick it up.
Be prepared for your drug test:
- Bring your Government Issued Picture ID
- Bring Drug Test Paperwork or Authorization
- Complete TSL Intake Form & HIPAA Disclosure
- Pay for your Test on the same day it happens
- Make sure you are hydrated if you are performing a Urine Test
- Expect to have your nail polish removed if getting a Nail Drug Test
- We do not need your prescription information but a Medical Review Officer (MRO) may contact you after collection to verify your medications.
- For urine testing, plan on arriving 3 hours before we close (1 hr minimum) to provide a cushion of time for a shy bladder situation.
- For hair testing, be sure to dry your hair completely before arriving.
- For nail testing, be sure to clean your nails with soap and water before arriving. Also, artificial nails and polish must be removed.
What Are Your Hours?
All Test Smartly Labs are open Monday through Friday, from 9am - 5pm
Do We Need To Have An Appointment?
No appointment is required to come into our labs, and all of our locations are on a walk-in basis. However, it is recommended you arrive at least 30 minutes prior to closing. If your situation requires special time considerations, please call us to determine if it would be better to arrange an appointment time.
Do I Need Doctors’ Orders For Testing?
No doctors’ orders needed, we are a Direct-Access Testing Center. You are encouraged to consult your medical professional with your lab test results.
What’s The Turnaround Time For Lab Work?
Average turnaround time is 2-5 business days depending on the complexity of the lab work. Most tests are available in 2-3 days.
Do You Need A List Of My Medications For A Drug Test?
Per protocol, the lab techs are not allowed to receive or ask for your medications. A medical review officer or MRO, a licensed physician who specializes in toxicology, will call you and ask for your medications and your physician’s phone number if it’s detected in your sample during testing. The MRO will then call your physician to verify your medications.
Contact Test Smartly Labs for Sweat Collection Patches
Test Smartly Labs offers transparent pricing for all of our testing types, including sweat patch drug monitoring. We have testing locations throughout Kansas and Missouri to ensure our testing is accessible where you're located.
Get in touch with us today to learn more about sweat patch drug testing.
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