Types of Drugs Detected in Drug Screening

Amphetamine

• Drug Class: Central nervous system stimulant.
• Necessity of Drug Testing: Amphetamines, including drugs like Adderall and methamphetamine, can have significant effects on cognition, alertness, and behavior. They can impair judgment and increase the risk of accidents, making testing essential in safety-sensitive positions.

Barbiturates

• Drug Class: Sedative Hypnotic.
• Necessity of Drug Testing: Barbiturates, including butalbital, secobarbital and phenobarbital, can cause sedation and impair cognitive and motor functions. Testing is necessary, particularly in safety-critical roles, to prevent accidents and ensure employee wellbeing.

Benzodiazepines

• Drug Class: Central nervous system depressant, commonly used as tranquilizers.
• Necessity of Drug Testing: Benzodiazepines, including drugs like Xanax and Valium, can cause sedation, drowsiness, and impaired coordination, which can compromise workplace safety and productivity.

Cannabinoids (Marijuana)

• Drug Class: Psychoactive compound derived from cannabis.
• Necessity of Drug Testing: Marijuana use can impair cognitive function, reaction times, and coordination, posing safety risks in various job roles. Additionally, and in accordance with the Medical Marijuana Act determination of impairment of a medical marijuana card holder while working in hazardous situations, the employee is required to test under 10ng/mL of THC in serum. At HNL Lab Medicine we provide this test to reduce any associated risks. 

Cocaine

• Drug Class: Powerful central nervous system stimulant.
• Necessity of Drug Testing: Cocaine use can lead to heightened alertness, euphoria, and increased energy but also carries significant risks such as impaired judgment, erratic behavior, and potential cardiovascular complications.

Opiates

• Drug Class: Drugs derived from opium, including morphine and heroin.
• Necessity of Drug Testing: Opiate use can result in sedation, impaired judgment, and physical dependence, posing risks to workplace safety and productivity.

Phencyclidine (PCP/Angel Dust)

• Drug Class: Dissociative anesthetic.
• Necessity of Drug Testing: PCP use can cause hallucinations, distorted perceptions, and impaired motor function, presenting significant safety hazards in the workplace.

Methadone:

• Drug Class: Synthetic opioid.
• Necessity of Drug Testing: Methadone use can lead to sedation, drowsiness, and impaired cognitive function, potentially impacting workplace safety and productivity.

Fentanyl:

• Drug Class: Synthetic opioid.
• Necessity of Drug Testing: Fentanyl use can result in sedation, impaired cognitive function, and physical dependence, posing risks to workplace safety and productivity. HNL Lab Medicine tests for fentanyl and its metabolite norfentanyl. 

Other drugs:

• We perform analysis for over 160 drugs that may not fall within the above drug classes. Please reach out to us for additional drug tests offered.