What is the process for drug screen collection and how long will it take for me to get the drug screen result?
The short answer is 24-48 hours from lab receipt for negatives and possibly longer for positives. Although this process is extremely detailed and regulated, we would like to offer a brief overview as follows: Specimens can be collected in our office or at an on-site location as requested by the employer. The specimen is then transported to a certified laboratory where it is tested for the drugs of abuse requested by the employer. Specimens are picked up in the afternoon, on a daily basis. After the laboratory runs their analysis and confirmation(s), results are then transmitted to OMS via secure communication, and confirmed negative results are then reported to the Designated Employer Representative of the company. Laboratory-confirmed positive results must go through the state/federal mandated Medical Review process before results can be released to the employer. Please see the section below on positive test results for more detailed information regarding the Medical Review process.
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