Mid-Atlantic · Drug Testing

Drug Testing in Maryland

Below is a plain-language overview of the drug testing. This test screens for the presence of various drugs in your body. It can be ordered directly without a doctor's referral or insurance.

Typical turnaround1-3 business days

Price range$180

PreparationFollow the lab's instructions.

Sample typeUrine sample

ReferralNo referral required

What this test is

Drug testing is used to detect and identify the presence of illicit or prescription drugs in a person's system. These tests are commonly used for employment screening, monitoring adherence to treatment, or in forensic investigations.

What it measures

Amphetamines — reflects the presence of stimulants like Adderall or methamphetamine
Barbiturates — reflects the presence of sedative medications
Benzodiazepines — reflects the presence of anti-anxiety medications like Xanax or Valium
Cocaine — reflects the presence of the stimulant drug
Marijuana (THC) — reflects the presence of cannabis compounds
Opiates — reflects the presence of pain medications like morphine or codeine
PCP — reflects the presence of the dissociative anesthetic drug
Synthetic Cannabinoids — reflects the presence of designer drugs mimicking marijuana

What the test involves

A sample of your urine or blood will be collected by trained personnel. The sample is then sent to a laboratory for analysis.

Why it is often ordered

Clinicians may order drug testing to assess for potential substance abuse or to monitor patients who are taking certain medications. It can also help confirm exposure to specific substances.

Preparation

Follow the specific instructions provided by the laboratory where you will have your sample collected. General preparation guidelines may include avoiding certain foods or beverages.

How results are reported

Results are typically available within a few business days and will be reported to you. Qualitative reference ranges, which indicate whether a substance is detected, vary by laboratory.

Before you go

Specific collection site hours
Required identification
Sample type needed

Cities

Drug Testing in Maryland communities

Choose your city for local context and to request this test.

Baltimore2,205,092Drug Testing Bel Air South222,834Drug Testing Hagerstown194,602Drug Testing Frederick175,032Drug Testing Waldorf119,442Drug Testing Salisbury108,982Drug Testing Columbia105,086Drug Testing Germantown90,235Drug Testing Silver Spring82,472Drug Testing Ellicott City74,432Drug Testing Eldersburg70,639Drug Testing Glen Burnie69,739Drug Testing Gaithersburg68,827Drug Testing Rockville67,095Drug Testing Dundalk66,426Drug Testing Bethesda66,294Drug Testing Towson59,014Drug Testing Bowie58,113Drug Testing Severn53,955Drug Testing Aspen Hill53,850Drug Testing Wheaton51,836Drug Testing North Bethesda50,695Drug Testing Potomac46,891Drug Testing Odenton43,488Drug Testing Catonsville42,789Drug Testing Woodlawn42,053Drug Testing Essex40,710Drug Testing Annapolis40,581Drug Testing Clinton39,925Drug Testing Severna Park39,108Drug Testing Chillum36,428Drug Testing Olney35,815Drug Testing Randallstown35,641Drug Testing Owings Mills35,170Drug Testing College Park34,961Drug Testing Montgomery Village34,489Drug Testing Pikesville33,549Drug Testing Pasadena31,583Drug Testing Bel Air North30,969Drug Testing Parkville30,783Drug Testing Milford Mill30,685Drug Testing Middle River30,606Drug Testing Carney29,873Drug Testing Crofton29,812Drug Testing Laurel29,438Drug Testing Perry Hall29,165Drug Testing South Laurel27,998Drug Testing Reisterstown27,917Drug Testing Ilchester27,513Drug Testing Clarksburg27,354Drug Testing Lochearn26,995Drug Testing Suitland26,375Drug Testing Fort Washington25,840Drug Testing Fairland25,324Drug Testing Arnold25,056Drug Testing Edgewood25,004Drug Testing Greenbelt24,602Drug Testing Landover24,508Drug Testing North Potomac24,449Drug Testing North Laurel24,233Drug Testing