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What is a laboratory collection site?
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A facility that meets the requirements of 49 CFR Part 40.33 and is selected by an authorized personnel, where an employee/donor submits a sample of his or her own bodily fluids or hair, for the purpose of testing for a substance of abuse or misuse.
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How is a typical onsite collection process conducted?
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In performing drug testing at a remote location or point of collection, our Certified Professional Collectors ensure that the devices are stored according to the manufacturers’ instructions, so that the specimen is stored within the appropriate temperature range and that the devices have not exceeded their expiration date. The Collector must also ensure that the donor is not present while performing the test; and lastly, the Colletor must send the results to the employer and MRO using a results reporting form. Additionally, our Collectors ensure that supplies are available if another specimen is needed to send to the laboratory, in the event of a non-negative result.
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What are the responsibilities of a Medical Review Officer (MRO)?
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This individual must have an active license as a Medical Doctor (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy (DO) and has received specific knowledge and training requirements as outlined in 49 CFR Part 40.121. An MRO is responsible for receiving and reviewing laboratory results generated by an employer’s drug testing program and evaluating medical explanations for certain drug test results. This individual may also be subpoenaed in court proceedings for child custody battles or other legal matters requiring an expert witness for drug detection and authenticity.
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What is random drug screening or testing?
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Random drug testing is a scientific approach of indiscriminately selecting an individual for testing for substances of abuse by matching the individual’s identification number, such as a social security number or a payroll number, to an unplanned number generator or table.
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Why perform random tests?
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Employers who wish to meet the requirements of CFR 49 Part 382 and any other non-DOT employer that seeks to promote a drug-free work environment, may implement random drug testing programs so that the tests are unannounced and typically spread throughout the calendar year. These random tests also help to establish and maintain a safe drug and alcohol free work environment.
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Who performs the drug detection & assessments?
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Our Certified Professional Collectors (CPCs) usually conduct the drug detection assessments on areas identified by the Designated Employer Representative (DER) as an area of concern for drug activity. This specially designed "spray and wipe" test is used to positively identify drug residual on all types of surfaces. The process will help determine if the use of illegal drugs are a major concern in your workplace.
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I suspect my spouse, friend, or loved-one is using illegal drugs, how may I buy your instant home drug testing kits?
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You may call us and speak with one of our knowledgeable and experienced Client Assistance Representatives at 1-888-880-4TOX (4869), and select Option 1, or you may click on the link to our online store. There you will find an array of kits available to ensure complete confidentiality.
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I am a Designated Employer Representative (DER), how can I help my company implement a workplace drug-free testing program?
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You may call us at 1-888-880-4TOX (4869), and select Option 1. Ask to speak to one of our highly trained Client Assistance Representatives to discuss the many solutions for your customized Workplace Drug-free Program.
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What types of background checks do you offer?
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We offer customizable packages to businesses and leasing/rental agents that fit your organization’s specific needs. Typical packages include verification of education, employment, credit reports, driving records, civil records and any other type of information your company may need with conducting a search.
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Our company has supervisors who have received Supervisor Training from Tox Testing Services, are they tested for drug and alcohol use as well?
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Yes, the initial component of the Supervisors Training Program includes an instant drug & alcohol test administered by one of our Certified Professional Collectors.
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I have tested positive for an illegal substance and don’t want my supervisor to know about my drug and/or alcohol problems, does your Patient Assistance Programs ensure anonymity?
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Our Patient Assistance Programs offer complete confidentiality in that only your Nursing Coordinator will have access to your personal medical information, including counseling.
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My doctor prescribed cortisol shots for my knee injury, will I test positive for steroids?
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No, your doctor prescribed a common type of corticosteroid to help reduce inflammation and swelling of your joints. Tox Testing Services’ steroid panel, tests for designer and anabolic steroids, which are artificial replicas of a hormone found in all of us called testosterone.
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What is DNA?
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DNA stands for Deoxyribonucleic acid. This is the hereditary material in humans and almost all other organisms, found primarily in the cell nucleus and in small amounts of the mitochondria. DNA is the ingredient or component tested for in paternity and/or maternity parenthood. It is also known as the genetic fingerprinting of individuals.
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I was involved in a drug frenzy and now I think I might be pregnant, does Tox Testing Services offer discreet means for testing me?
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Absolutely, you may order a pregnancy kit from the comfort of your home by calling us at 1-888-880-4TOX (4869) or by clicking on the link to our online store for complete confidentiality.
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What are the drug detection times in the body?
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There are various times that any substance can be identified in the human body’s system. Click on the below link to see a complete listing of detection times by drug class, days of detection and types of detection kits available for identifying the substance. Click Here
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Is a rapid test the same as your Instant In-home Drug Testing Kits?
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Yes, different manufacturers use many names to describe the kits that give results in under 5 or up to 30 minutes. Our kits will yield a result as quickly as 3 minutes. Please see our online store for a complete product listing. |
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