10-Panel Hair Follicle Drug Test: FAQ | AMH Nationwide
10-Panel Hair Follicle Drug Test FAQ for Reliable Drug Detection
The 10-panel hair follicle drug test FAQ covers common questions about this test’s detection window, collection process, and substances tested. It detects drug use in the past 90 days using hair samples analyzed by national labs. Call (877) 731-6362 to schedule or get more information.
What is a 10-panel hair follicle drug test?
A 10-panel hair follicle drug test is a laboratory analysis that detects ten types of drugs or their metabolites in a small hair sample. It is used to identify drug use over a period of up to 90 days prior to collection.
The test is non-DOT and typically ordered by employers, legal entities, or individuals needing long-term drug use verification.
Which substances are included in the 10-panel hair follicle drug test?
This test screens for the following ten drug classes: amphetamines, cocaine, marijuana (THC), opiates, phencyclidine (PCP), methadone, benzodiazepines, barbiturates, oxycodone, and propoxyphene.
Each substance is identified by analyzing hair samples collected from the individual and processed by one of five national lab networks.
How long does the 10-panel hair follicle drug test detect drug use?
The 10-panel hair follicle drug test detects drug use typically within the past 90 days. Hair grows approximately 0.5 inches per month, and the standard 1.5-inch hair sample reflects three months of drug exposure.
This extended detection window makes hair testing ideal for identifying long-term drug use patterns rather than recent use.
How is the hair sample collected for the 10-panel hair follicle drug test?
A trained collector at a designated collection site cuts a small sample of hair, usually about 100 strands, close to the scalp. The sample is taken from the crown of the head to ensure consistency.
If head hair is unavailable, body hair may be collected. AMH Nationwide directs clients to one of five national lab networks for collection, including Quest Diagnostics, LabCorp, Omega Labs, United States Drug Testing Labs, or ExperTox.
Ready to Schedule Your 10-Panel Hair Follicle Drug Test?
Call (877) 731-6362 to get the lab order and find a collection site near you. AMH Nationwide coordinates with five national lab networks for accurate testing.
How are results processed and reviewed for the 10-panel hair follicle drug test?
After collection, the hair sample is sent to one of the five national lab networks for analysis using highly sensitive instrumentation to detect drug metabolites.
Every non-negative result undergoes review by a certified Medical Review Officer (MRO) to confirm findings and allow for legitimate explanations before final reporting.
How do I arrange a 10-panel hair follicle drug test and what does it cost?
AMH Nationwide provides the lab order and directs you to a nearby collection site within the national lab networks. There is no online ordering option.
Pricing varies depending on the testing panel and detection window. Call (877) 731-6362 to discuss your needs and receive a cost quote.
Common Questions
Hair treatments like bleaching, dyeing, or perming can sometimes reduce drug metabolite concentrations but generally do not invalidate the test. Labs account for these factors during analysis. It is important to disclose any recent hair treatments to the collector.
No, the 10-panel hair follicle drug test is not used for DOT-regulated safety-sensitive positions. DOT requires urine testing under the federally certified urine protocol per 49 CFR Part 40. Hair testing is for non-DOT roles.
Results typically take 5 to 7 business days from the date of sample collection. The process includes lab analysis and review by a Medical Review Officer for any non-negative findings.
If a screen is non-negative, a certified Medical Review Officer reviews the results and contacts the individual for possible legitimate explanations before finalizing the report. Confirmed positives are reported to the requester.
No, hair follicle testing generally does not detect drug use within the past 7 to 10 days because it takes time for drug metabolites to appear in hair above the scalp. For recent use, urine or saliva testing is preferred.
Bring a valid photo ID and the lab order provided by AMH Nationwide. The collector will guide you through the hair sample collection process. Contact AMH at (877) 731-6362 if you have questions before your appointment.
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AMH Nationwide provides the lab order and arranges collection nationwide. Every non-negative result reviewed by a certified Medical Review Officer. Call (877) 731-6362 or contact us.