Drug Testing

What is drug testing?

Drug testing at Doctor's Own Urgent Care involves on-site diagnostic tests that screen for prescription drugs, alcohol, and illicit substances. The tests available at Doctor's Own Urgent Care are convenient to take. You can make an appointment or simply walk into the office to complete your test. 

Who is a candidate for drug testing?

Doctor's Own Urgent Care provides drug tests for anyone who requires or desires testing. You may need this service because of legal reasons, work, school, sports, or follow-up during and after participating in a substance misuse program. 

What drugs can testing detect?

Drug tests can screen for the following substances and more:

• Cocaine
• Club drugs
• Steroids
• Marijuana (THC)
• Heroin, codeine, oxycodone, fentanyl, and other opioids
• Amphetamines
• Benzodiazepines 
• Barbiturates
• Phencyclidine (PCP)

Testing at Doctor's Own Urgent Care can detect one or more of these substances in bodily fluids or tissues. Some tests may get results on the same day as you take them.

How should I prepare for drug testing?

While there’s no special preparation needed before you undergo drug testing, it’s important to tell your provider about any over-the-counter medicines, prescription medications, or dietary supplements you take that may affect the results. Avoid consuming foods containing poppy seeds, as they may show up as opiates in a drug test.

What does drug testing consist of?

Doctor's Own Urgent Care might use a sample of your urine, saliva, blood, hair, or even sweat to test for drugs. Your provider uses the sample to potentially detect one or more illegal substances, alcohol, or prescription drugs to identify possible substance misuse or clear you for work, school, etc. 

What do my drug testing results mean?

After Doctor's Own Urgent Care receives your drug testing results, your provider discusses them with you. A negative result means no harmful substances were detected or very small amounts were present (not high enough to create a positive test result). Your specialist fills out any necessary paperwork needed for school, sports, work, or a legal professional. 

A positive drug test means you had alcohol or drugs in your body at the time of testing. You might need a follow-up test in the case of a false positive. Your doctor discusses options with you after a positive drug test result. 

Schedule an in-person drug testing appointment at Doctor's Own Urgent Care by phone or request one online today. Walk-ins are also welcome.