When drug testing at home, make sure you choose the proper test kit. There are multi-panel drug tests equipped to handle different types of substances. The most important factor when choosing the right drug testing kit is checking which substances are included on the test panel. You want to make sure you use a test that is capable of detecting the substance you are looking for. For example, if your child struggles with amphetamine use, you’ll want to make sure the test you choose can detect amphetamines.
It is important to note that certain substances will not show up on a standard panel test (some examples are alcohol, fentanyl, and mushrooms). However, for some substances (but not all), you can find single test strips that will test for those specifically.
Please note that urine drug screens can indicate the presence of substances in the system but cannot determine current intoxication levels or the exact timing of use. Different substances have varying detection windows, some of which are very short. This is why administering more than one test per week, especially initially, is recommended.
Testing For Specific Substances
