DRUGS OF ABUSE – 9 DRUGS (URINE)

Test Name

DRUGS OF ABUSE - 9 DRUGS (URINE)

Aliases

9-PANEL DRUG SCREEN, 9-DRUG TEST

Abbreviations

DOA-9, DAU 9

Test Classification

GROUPED TEST

Department

ROUTINE CHEMISTRY

Sub Department

TAT Category

BUSINESS (WORKING) TIME

Estimated TAT

TAT Units

HOURS

Test Requirements

Spot/ random urine in leak proof container. This test is prone to adulteration (dilution, swapping of samples etc.) by clients undergoing testing. Referring institutions should ensure that there is proper chain of custody. The lab reserves the right to take safeguards against adulteration e.g., requesting sample recollection, supervised collection etc. Components: Amphetamines, barbiturates, benzodiazepines, cannabinoids (cannabis), cocaine, methadone, methamphetamine, morphine, opiates (e.g. heroine), phencyclidine. SHIPPING/ TRANSPORTATION REQUIREMENTS Shipping Temperature: Refrigerated ANALYTE STABILITY Room Temperature: 2 DAYS at 20-25°C │ Refrigerated: 7 DAYS at 2-8°C │ Frozen: 2 WEEKS at -20°C

Clinical Utility

This is a screening test for the presence of illicit or prescription drugs, aiding in the detection of substance abuse, compliance monitoring and rehabilitation program adherence.

Last Review

26th Feb 2026