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9 Panel Hair Drug Screening
A 9 Panel Hair Drug Test screens a hair sample for nine drug classes, including 6-acetylmorphine, amphetamines, benzodiazepines, cocaine, MDMA, opiates, PCP, and THC. Hair collection offers a longer detection window than urine.
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Order 9 Panel Drug Test (Drugs of Abuse Testing), Hair- Typical turnaround
- 1-3 business days
- Starting price
- From $209
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Quick answer
The 9 Panel Hair Drug Test uses a small hair sample to screen for nine common drug classes. Because substances can remain detectable in hair for months, this panel is used when a longer view of exposure is helpful. The collection is quick, non-invasive, and does not require a urine sample.
What this test measures
Hair testing captures substances that become incorporated into the hair shaft as it grows. The nine-panel format covers 6-acetylmorphine, amphetamines, barbiturates, benzodiazepines, cocaine, MDMA, opiates, phencyclidine, and THC. Laboratories typically analyze the portion of hair closest to the scalp, which represents the most recent growth period.
A trained collector cuts a small sample, and the laboratory processes it with an initial immunoassay followed by confirmatory testing when needed. The hair matrix is stable and difficult to substitute, which has made it a common option in some workplace, legal, and personal testing situations. Collection does not require fasting or timing considerations.
A detected substance in hair shows exposure during the growth window covered by the sample. It does not reveal when a substance was used, how much was used, or whether impairment occurred. Interpretation belongs with a qualified healthcare provider or the requesting program, and environmental or cosmetic factors are considered during analysis.
- 6-Acetylmorphine (heroin metabolite)
- Amphetamines
- Barbiturates
- Benzodiazepines
- Cocaine metabolite
- MDMA (ecstasy)
- Opiates
- Phencyclidine (PCP)
- Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC)
Why people order this test
- Nine-class screening with a longer detection window
- Used in some workplace and pre-employment programs
- Requested in legal and court-related matters
- Personal testing when a broader time frame matters
- Follow-up after urine testing or when a longer view is needed
- Monitoring within a structured accountability program
How to prepare
No fasting or special timing is required. Follow the laboratory's collection instructions, which may include guidance about recent hair treatments. The collector takes a small sample, usually from the back of the head.
Understanding your results
Results are usually reported within one to three business days after the laboratory receives the sample. The report shows each drug class and whether it was detected at or above the cutoff. A qualified healthcare provider can help interpret the findings.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which substances does the 9 panel hair test cover?
It screens for 6-acetylmorphine, amphetamines, barbiturates, benzodiazepines, cocaine, MDMA, opiates, PCP, and THC.
How long does the test look back?
Hair analysis generally reflects exposure over approximately the past three months, depending on hair growth and the length of the sample collected.
Does the test require fasting?
No fasting is needed. The only collection step is a small hair sample.
Can hair dye or bleach change the result?
Chemical treatments can affect some analytes. Laboratories gather information about recent treatments and account for them during interpretation.
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