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Drug Testing in New Mexico

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 New Mexico communities

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

Albuquerque765,693Drug Testing Las Cruces141,399Drug Testing Rio Rancho102,403Drug Testing Santa Fe99,439Drug Testing Roswell48,347Drug Testing Farmington46,696Drug Testing Hobbs39,476Drug Testing Clovis38,505Drug Testing South Valley36,583Drug Testing Carlsbad31,525Drug Testing Alamogordo31,201Drug Testing Gallup21,901Drug Testing Los Lunas17,072Drug Testing Sunland Park16,488Drug Testing Deming14,730Drug Testing Chaparral14,098Drug Testing Los Alamos13,270Drug Testing Las Vegas13,247Drug Testing Artesia12,637Drug Testing North Valley12,594Drug Testing Portales12,151Drug Testing Lovington11,505Drug Testing Española10,492Drug Testing Silver City9,694Drug Testing Grants9,208Drug Testing Bernalillo9,049Drug Testing Anthony8,748Drug Testing Socorro8,553Drug Testing Corrales8,488Drug Testing Shiprock8,452Drug Testing Ruidoso7,636Drug Testing Bloomfield7,514Drug Testing Belen7,374Drug Testing Zuni Pueblo7,012Drug Testing Taos6,524Drug Testing Aztec6,283Drug Testing North Hobbs6,148Drug Testing Edgewood6,106Drug Testing Raton6,082Drug Testing Truth or Consequences6,078Drug Testing Santa Teresa6,037Drug Testing Los Ranchos de Albuquerque5,904Drug Testing White Rock5,716Drug Testing Eldorado at Santa Fe5,419Drug Testing Tucumcari5,221Drug Testing El Cerro Mission5,103Drug Testing Crouch Mesa4,997Drug Testing Los Chaves4,938Drug Testing Rio Communities4,904Drug Testing Lee Acres4,851Drug Testing Paradise Hills4,442Drug Testing Meadow Lake4,248Drug Testing Kirtland AFB4,142Drug Testing Holloman AFB4,128Drug Testing La Cienega4,110Drug Testing Bosque Farms4,010Drug Testing Placitas3,863Drug Testing Peralta3,392Drug Testing Chimayo3,208Drug Testing Vado3,199Drug Testing