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Drug Testing in Utah

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 Utah communities

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

Salt Lake City1,135,344Drug TestingOgden608,259Drug TestingProvo551,645Drug TestingWest Valley City139,361Drug TestingSt. George127,890Drug TestingWest Jordan116,045Drug TestingLogan106,319Drug TestingOrem96,734Drug TestingSandy96,272Drug TestingLayton80,858Drug TestingSouth Jordan75,617Drug TestingLehi73,911Drug TestingMillcreek63,430Drug TestingTaylorsville60,295Drug TestingHerriman52,860Drug TestingMurray50,183Drug TestingDraper49,978Drug TestingBountiful45,496Drug TestingRiverton44,773Drug TestingEagle Mountain42,905Drug TestingSpanish Fork41,953Drug TestingRoy39,076Drug TestingPleasant Grove37,228Drug TestingSaratoga Springs36,977Drug TestingKearns36,842Drug TestingMidvale35,313Drug TestingTooele35,223Drug TestingSpringville34,750Drug TestingCedar City34,246Drug TestingCottonwood Heights33,597Drug TestingAmerican Fork32,822Drug TestingKaysville32,438Drug TestingClearfield31,802Drug TestingHolladay31,738Drug TestingSyracuse31,715Drug TestingMagna29,128Drug TestingWashington27,689Drug TestingSouth Salt Lake26,086Drug TestingFarmington23,990Drug TestingClinton23,192Drug TestingNorth Salt Lake21,411Drug TestingPayson21,093Drug TestingNorth Ogden20,703Drug TestingHurricane19,501Drug TestingBrigham City19,373Drug TestingHighland18,913Drug TestingSouth Ogden17,363Drug TestingWest Haven16,918Drug TestingCenterville16,711Drug TestingBluffdale16,576Drug TestingHeber16,416Drug TestingSantaquin13,602Drug TestingSmithfield13,263Drug TestingGrantsville12,331Drug TestingVineyard11,579Drug TestingWoods Cross11,372Drug TestingLindon11,346Drug TestingMapleton11,226Drug TestingWest Point10,963Drug TestingPleasant View10,733Drug Testing