5 Panel Drug Test

Rapid Drug Test vs. Lab Test

The 5 panel drug test is offered as either a lab test or an instant drug test (also known as a rapid). Are you an employer trying to decide between the 2 options? Consider these important differences: Health Street's Instant 5 Panel drug test is a great option for companies who are trying to get their staff on the job as quickly as possible. Permitted by most states, an instant drug test (also known as a rapid test) offers the speed that employers are looking for when time is critical and the job candidates are clean of any substances. Our technology allows for our Medical Review Officer (a physician, also called an "MRO") to review instant drug tests in real time. Furthermore, if the initial screening is not negative, the specimen still gets a rigorous, certified laboratory analysis. Some employers simply prefer the security of a certified lab test for all of their pre-employment and random drug testing services. When you order a lab-based 5 Panel, the specimen are collected and then need to travel to the lab facility, typically by overnight courier, and as such, negative results will not come back until at least the next business day.

How Far Does It Go Back?

In general, the window of detection for a 5 Panel Urine Drug Test is up to a week. However, this varies depending on several factors. Typically, “harder” drugs like cocaine exit the system faster, while “softer” drugs like marijuana tend to stay around for a while. Some other factors play a role as well like metabolism, frequency of use, and body fat percentage.

All times below are approximated

Drug Name	Urine	Hair
Amphetamines	3-7 days	90 Days
Marijuana	30 Days	90 Days
Cocaine	3-7 days	90 Days
Methadone	3-7 days	90 Days
Opiates	3-7 days	90 Days
Benzodiazepines	3-7 days	90 Days
Methaqualone	3-7 days	90 Days

About the 5 Panel Drug Test

A 5 Panel Drug Test is a urine drug test that screens for commonly used drugs like marijuana, cocaine, heroin, PCP and methamphetamine. THC can be excluded, and alcohol, nicotine, ecstasy, oxycodone, or hydrocodone can be added. You can choose between an instant 5 panel drug test or a lab based test. The 5 Panel picks up marijuana, cocaine, heroin, PCP and amphetamines. This test originated at the start of the modern drug testing era, in the 1980's. However, because it only screens for the drugs that were frowned upon in an earlier time, it is often too narrow of a panel for most employers. You can modify this test by adding a screen for alcohol or nicotine, and ecstasy or oxycodone; you can even remove THC entirely.

How does it work?

Choose a clinic and register online. Once registered, an authorization barcode is instantly sent via email and text, and also accessed via secure login. A map of the clinic location accompanies the registration barcode. Then, the registrant can then walk into the drug testing facility with photo ID. Immediately, you'll start getting status updates, letting you know the person arrived for testing, and advising when the specimen reaches the lab. Results are fast and reported securely online.

5 Panel Drugs Explained

THC and Cannabinoids (Marijuana)

Marijuana, a drug whose legal status is in rapid transition across the United States, is the most widely used recreational drug in the country, other than alcohol and tobacco. It comes from the hemp plant Cannabis, which when smoked, results in altered mood, appetite, and response time to the user. Our 5 panel drug test tests for THC, which is the main active chemical in the plant. The chemical, which acts upon specific receptors within the brain, is responsible for the "high" sensation that users get from smoking or otherwise ingesting it. There are many different effects of marijuana which can impact one's ability to work, drive, or function optimally. There are also long-term implications of chronic use, teenage use, and the use of higher THC content versions like butane hash oil. Learn more about marijuana.

Cocaine

Cocaine is a drug that derives from the coca plant. It is considered a brain stimulant that causes a rush of euphoric energy. Don't let the effects of the drug fool you though, cocaine is highly addictive and can cause very serious side effects such as heart damage, nosebleeds, psychosis problems such as anxiety, depressions and paranoia, as well as ultimately, death. Learn more about cocaine here.

Basic Opiates (Codeine, Morphine, and Heroin)

Opiates are any type drug that comes from the opium plant. Different variants of these drug exsist but all of them are designed to treat pain. These substances are highly addictive which also can lead to lasting damage to the body. Our basic opiates test for codeine, morphine, and heroin, but you can upgrade your package to test for expanded opiates as well. Learn more about Opiates

Amphetamines

Amphetamines are prescribed stimulants that are intended to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder ADHD. When abused though, users typically use the substance to increase wakeful and alertness, enhance sociability, and induce euphoria. Learn more about Amphetamines

PCP (Angel Dust)

PCP, also known as Angel Dust, is a drug that originally was used in the 50s as a surgical anesthetic designed to sedate. When abused, users experience a "dissociative" feeling of detachment as well as feelings of euphoria, and hallucinations. Long term effects may lead to psychological dependence as well as difficulty with memory, speech, and thinking. Find out more about PCP.