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The opioid crisis continues to challenge communities across the United States. The CDC reported over 107,000 estimated drug overdose deaths in 2023, though some preliminary reports placed the figure near 110,000. While provisional data for 2024 suggests a significant decrease in these fatalities—with estimates dropping by nearly 27%—opioid use disorder (OUD) remains a major public health concern. Effective, evidence-based treatment remains critical. Medications fo …

Detailed Overview of Urine Adulterants Introduction: The Importance of Adulterant Panels in Drug Testing Adulterant panels in drug tests protect against sample tampering and support accurate drug screening programs. Adulterant testing plays a critical role in maintaining the integrity and reliability of urine drug screening programs. Individuals undergoing drug testing may attempt to tamper with their samples to mask the presence of illicit substances. Adulterants—substances or techniques …

Employers and organizations continue to shift toward oral fluid drug testing for its speed, ease of administration, and ability to detect recent drug use. Among the most advanced solutions on the market is the UScreen® Oral Plus 16-Panel Saliva Flip-Top Cube—(16 panel saliva drug test), a high-performance device designed to meet the growing demand for comprehensive and reliable drug screening. A Professional-Grade Flip-Top Design The flip-top cube design is trusted by industry leade …

Overall Drug Positivity Holds Steady at Historically High Rates while Marijuana Positivity Continued Upward Climb in the General U.S. Workforce Marijuana Positivity in the General U.S. Workforce Escalated in States That Have Legalized Recreational Marijuana as well as in Professional Office-Based Industries SECAUCUS, N.J., May 15, 2024 / PRNewswire/ -- The percentage of employees in the general U.S. workforce whose drug test showed signs of tampering increased by more than six-fold in 20 …

Fentanyl and Norfentanyl are closely related compounds associated with opioids. With numerous testing options on the market, it can be challenging to decide which compound to test for. This blog aims to clarify the differences and provide guidance on selecting the appropriate test.Q: What is the difference between Fentanyl and Norfentanyl?A: Fentanyl is a potent synthetic opioid primarily used for pain management before and after surgeries, as well as for managing severe pain. Norfentanyl, on th …