Richmond, Va. – Alcohol is the most common addiction in the United States, affecting millions of families across the country. Alcohol use causes nearly a third of all driving fatalities, is the third leading cause of preventable death in America, and alcohol misuse costs the United States more than $249 billion per year. There are […]
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When and How to Use Confirmation Drug Testing
Richmond, Va. – Confirmation drug testing, although sometimes needed, can be expensive; fortunately, it is not essential on every test.
Read MoreHow Long Can Hair Detect Drugs?
Richmond, Va. – Using hair as a method of detection for drug use is not new in forensics. Hair’s long window of detection and the relative ease of collection make hair an excellent choice for testing. Hair can be collected from several areas on the body, and drugs can be detected several days after use. […]
Read MoreLaboratory Testing v. Instant Testing
Richmond, Va. – In a criminal justice setting, drug testing should not be subjective. While instant tests have high variability rates and frequently require expensive confirmation tests, immunoassay laboratory testing provides clear and objective results. It’s also proven to be cost-neutral or even cheaper than instant tests. Averhealth’s laboratory testing gives you the confidence and […]
Read MoreEvidence-Based Drug Testing Saves Insurers Money
Richmond, Va. – As health care costs continue to rise and America remains tightly in the grip of the opioid crisis, the health care industry is searching for ways to improve treatment and outcomes for those with substance use disorder while also lowering treatment costs. On average, individuals with substance use disorder cost the health […]
Read MoreThe Optimal Specimens for Drug Testing
Richmond, Va. – The optimal specimens for drug testing is dependent on a variety of factors. In order to properly test for substance use, it is important and helpful to know the different facets of each specimen you have the ability to test.
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