What is it used for?Drug screening is used to find out whether or not a person has taken a certain drug or drugs. It may be used for:Employment. Employers may test you before hiring and/or after hiring to check for on-the-job drug use.Sports organizations. Professional and collegiate athletes usually need to take a test for performance-enhancing drugs or other substances.Legal or forensic purposes. Testing may be part of a criminal or motor vehicle accident investigation. Drug screening may also be ordered as part of a court case.Monitoring opioid use. If you've been prescribed an opioid for chronic pain, your health care provider may order a drug test to make sure you are taking the right amount of your medicine.
