Our comprehensive alcohol and drug screening services provide accurate, reliable testing to support your recovery journey and ensure treatment accountability.
Our professional screening services provide accurate, timely results to support recovery accountability and treatment progress monitoring.
Urinalysis Drug Screening (UDS) and alcohol testing are essential components of addiction treatment, providing objective measures of substance use and supporting recovery accountability. Our certified testing procedures ensure accurate, reliable results that help guide treatment decisions.
Regular screening helps individuals maintain focus on their recovery goals while providing treatment teams with valuable information to adjust care plans as needed. Our testing protocols follow strict chain of custody procedures to ensure result integrity.
We understand that screening can feel intimidating, but our compassionate staff creates a supportive environment where testing becomes a positive tool for recovery rather than a punitive measure.
SAMHSA-certified testing procedures for accurate, reliable results
Track recovery progress objectively and celebrate milestones
Identify potential relapse early for immediate support
Regular testing provides external accountability structure
Results inform personalized treatment adjustments
We offer multiple testing methods to detect various substances and ensure comprehensive monitoring.
Our comprehensive testing method using advanced 16-panel drug test cups with confirmatory lab testing available.
Detection Window: Most substances detectable for 1-3 days, with marijuana potentially detectable for up to 30 days in regular users.
Comprehensive alcohol detection through urine EtG testing to monitor both recent and extended alcohol use patterns.
Detects alcohol metabolites (Ethyl Glucuronide) up to 80 hours after consumption
EtG Testing Advantage: Can detect alcohol use even when other methods show negative results, making it the gold standard for treatment monitoring and compliance verification.
Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) Waiver
We are authorized to collect human specimens onsite for laboratory testing, ensuring proper chain of custody and reliable results for all testing procedures.
| Testing Method | Accuracy Rate | Detection Window | Result Time | Best Used For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16-Panel Urine Screen (Initial) | 95-99% | 1-3 days (most substances) | 15-30 minutes | Routine monitoring |
| Confirmatory Lab Testing (GC/MS) | 99.9% | Same as initial | 24-48 hours | Legal/official results |
| EtG Urine Test (Initial) | 95-98% | Up to 80 hours | 15-30 minutes | Alcohol use monitoring |
| EtG Lab Confirmation | 99.9% | Up to 80 hours | 24-48 hours | Legal/official alcohol results |
Our strict procedures ensure sample integrity, accurate results, and legal defensibility when required.
Photo ID verification and donor signature confirmation
Supervised collection following DOT/SAMHSA protocols
Tamper-evident sealing with donor and collector signatures
Complete chain of custody form with all required information
Secure transport to certified laboratory facility
Sample temperature verified within acceptable range (90-100°F)
Screening for dilution, substitution, or contamination
Additional sample preserved for confirmatory testing if needed
All testing performed by SAMHSA-certified laboratories
Samples stored in secure, monitored environment
Results reported only to authorized personnel
Our testing procedures meet or exceed Department of Transportation (DOT), Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), and other regulatory standards. This ensures that results are legally defensible when required for employment, legal proceedings, or professional licensing matters.
All staff members are trained and certified in proper collection procedures, and our facility maintains all necessary certifications and accreditations for professional drug and alcohol testing services.
Testing schedules are tailored to individual needs, treatment phase, and risk factors to provide optimal support.
Frequency: 2-3 times per week
Provides maximum accountability during vulnerable early recovery period
Frequency: 1-2 times per week
Balances accountability with treatment progress and life responsibilities
Frequency: Weekly or bi-weekly
Supports long-term recovery maintenance with reduced testing burden
Unscheduled tests that prevent anticipation and manipulation. Most effective for maintaining accountability.
Regular, predictable testing that helps individuals plan their schedule and maintain routine.
Combination of scheduled and random testing for optimal effectiveness and convenience.
Drug and alcohol screening is integrated into your comprehensive treatment plan to maximize recovery success.
Clean test results provide concrete evidence of recovery success and milestones to celebrate
Results inform treatment team decisions about intensity, focus areas, and program modifications
Testing history helps identify triggers, high-risk situations, and patterns in substance use
Consistent clean tests may qualify for reduced testing frequency or program advancement
Positive results are viewed as opportunities for learning and growth, not punishment
Quick response with additional support, counseling, or treatment intensity adjustments
Explore underlying factors that contributed to substance use and address them directly
Treatment plan modifications to better address current needs and prevent future relapse
At A Better Life Treatment, we view drug and alcohol screening as a supportive tool rather than a punitive measure. Our goal is to help you maintain accountability while building confidence in your recovery.
Professional, compassionate staff who understand the recovery process
Results shared only with authorized treatment team members
You’re involved in decisions about testing frequency and treatment adjustments
