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Specimen Type: Urine
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Description:
This test looks for cocaine in a urine sample. This test is a screen only and will provide qualitative (positive or negative) results. A cocaine urine test that includes a screen with automatic confirmation on positives is also available.
Cocaine is a stimulant drug made from the leaves of the coca plant. While it is mostly known as an illegal drug, cocaine is also used medicinally as a topical anesthetic for some types of surgeries since it acts as both a numbing agent and constricts blood vessels which reduces bleeding. When used recreationally cocaine, also known as coke, usually appears as a fine white powder. Crack is a common variation of cocaine that is mixed with water and other substances, baked, and sold in the form of rocks or crystals. Cocaine powder is commonly snorted but other forms can also be injected, smoked, or taken orally. Stimulants like cocaine send high levels of dopamine into the brain. This can cause temporary effects including euphoria, increased energy, alertness, and increased sensitivity to light and sound. Other side effects include irritability, paranoia, loss of appetite, headaches, and seizures. Cocaine is highly addictive and can also cause severe health issues such as lung damage, heart disease, stroke, and heart attack.
Cocaine is typically detectable in urine for up to 3 days after use. In cases of heavy or chronic use, the detection period may be as long as several weeks. Other factors such as height, weight, and metabolism can also affect the detection period.
Cocaine testing is also available as part of a number of tests such as the 5 Panel Urine Drug Screen which looks for other drugs as well. Please see our Drug Testing Category for more options.
Turnaround for this test is typically 2-4 business days.
At this time, Request A Test does not offer DOT (Department of Transportation) certified testing.
Check our lab finder to locate a collection site in your area.
Note: Result turn around times are an estimate and are not guaranteed. Our reference lab may need additional time due to weather, holidays, confirmation/repeat testing, or equipment maintenance.
Requirements:
Please be aware that due to national staffing shortages at the labs, results for drug testing may take longer than normal. Request A Test cannot guarantee turnaround time for test results.
Please note that not all lab locations are able to perform the collections for urine drug testing. Request A Test will confirm that the selected location is able to perform the appropriate specimen collection.
This test is intended to screen for drugs of abuse and is not appropriate for pain management or therapeutic monitoring. Customers who require pain management testing should consult their prescribing physician.
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