Drug testing options by panel and sample type

Compare two urine panels, one hair panel, and four individual urine screens. The panel count and sample type identify different test scopes, so review the exact included categories before choosing an option.

Urine drug-test panels

Choose between an exact 6-panel scope and an exact 11-panel scope. The lists below come directly from the canonical catalog records.

Urine sample6 categories

6-Panel Urine Drug Test

A 6-panel urine drug test that screens for Amphetamines, Benzodiazepines, Marijuana, Cocaine, Opiates, and Oxycodone.

Included categories

  • Amphetamines
  • Benzodiazepines
  • Marijuana
  • Cocaine
  • Opiates
  • Oxycodone
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Urine sample11 categories

11-Panel Urine Drug Test

An 11-panel urine drug test that screens for the 11 drug and alcohol categories listed below, including individual opioid and stimulant categories.

Included categories

  • 6-Acetylmorphine
  • Alcohol
  • Amphetamines
  • Barbiturates
  • Benzodiazepines
  • Marijuana
  • Cocaine
  • Methadone
  • Opiates
  • Oxycodone
  • Phencyclidine
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Hair drug testing

This option uses a hair sample and has its own exact 5-panel substance list.

Hair sample5 categories

5-Panel Hair Drug Test

A 5-panel hair drug test that screens a hair sample for the five substance categories listed below.

Included categories

  • Marijuana (THC/Cannabinoids)
  • Cocaine
  • Amphetamines (including Methamphetamine)
  • Opiates (Heroin, Codeine, Morphine)
  • Phencyclidine (PCP/Angel Dust)
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Individual urine screening tests

These tests focus on fentanyl, marijuana/THC, EtG alcohol, or nicotine and cotinine instead of using a multi-category panel.

Match the test to the requirement

A larger panel is not automatically the right test. If testing is required for an employer, court, probation program, custody matter, federal agency, or safety-sensitive role, confirm the required specimen, substances, collection process, chain of custody, and Medical Review Officer services before ordering. Consumer-initiated testing may not meet those requirements.

Official references: SAMHSA workplace drug-testing resources and Quest Health alcohol and drug screening options.