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Amphetamine Screen & testing, Urine in California
Below is a plain-language overview of the amphetamine screen & testing, urine. An amphetamine screen and testing, urine, checks a urine sample for amphetamines and related substances. It is often used in workplace, clinical, or monitoring settings.
Lab requirements in California
Here is what you need before ordering and completing the Amphetamine Screen & testing, Urine in CA. Review each item and confirm the details with the collection lab.
- Physician's order
- Included. A physician's order is required for lab testing and is provided for you by our partner's physicians — no referral from your own doctor is needed.
- Fasting
- Some tests require fasting or avoiding certain foods or drinks beforehand. You will be informed when you order — confirm the details with the collection lab.
- Preparation
- Follow the collection lab's instructions regarding any preparation. Specific requirements can vary by lab, so confirm details with the collection site before your visit.
- Sample & visit
- A blood and/or urine sample is collected; the visit usually takes about 10 minutes.
- Identification
- Bring the lab requisition form from your account. The collection lab may also ask for a government-issued photo ID.
- Turnaround
- 1-3 business days
- Availability
- Our partner lab does not serve ND, RI, NY, NJ, MD or HI. Confirm availability for your location with the collection lab.
Before you go
- Order your test before visiting a lab, then use the requisition form in your account.
- Print the requisition form, or fax it to the lab directly from your account.
- No scheduling is needed — visit the collection lab during its normal business hours.
- A blood and/or urine sample is collected; the visit usually takes about 10 minutes.
- Bring a government-issued photo ID in case the lab requests it.
- Results are posted to your secure account within 1–3 business days.
Requirements are summarized from our partner lab's published policies. Preparation and availability can change — confirm current instructions with the collection lab before your visit.
What this test is
This test analyzes a urine sample to detect amphetamines or their breakdown products. It may be a preliminary screen, with any non-negative result typically confirmed by a more specific method. The test does not measure impairment or how much was used.
What it measures
- Amphetamine — The parent drug that may be detected in urine.
- Methamphetamine — A related stimulant that may cross-react or be detected.
- MDMA (Ecstasy) — A substituted amphetamine that may be included in some screens.
- Amphetamine metabolites — Breakdown products that can extend the detection window.
What the test involves
You provide a urine sample by urinating into a container at the collection site. The sample is then sent to a laboratory for analysis.
Why it is often ordered
A clinician may order this test as part of a routine health evaluation, a workplace screening program, or monitoring for prescribed medication use. It can also be used in situations where substance exposure is a concern.
Preparation
Follow the collection lab's instructions regarding any preparation. Specific requirements can vary by lab, so confirm details with the collection site before your visit.
How results are reported
Results are typically reported as negative or non-negative, with any non-negative screen often followed by a confirmatory test. Reference ranges and reporting formats vary by laboratory, so the lab's own documentation should be consulted for interpretation.
Before you go
- Whether any medications or foods should be avoided before collection.
- The lab's specific instructions for providing the urine sample.
- How and when results will be shared with you or your clinician.
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