Can a urine drug screening test tell whether someone is currently using drugs?

16/07/2018


The length of time for which a drug will remain detectable in urine depends on the rate of drug excretion in the individual, the quantity and frequency of drug use and the sensitivity and cut-off levels of the testing procedure. 

Most drugs will be detectable up to 3-5 days and frequency of use may increase the time of detection. This may indicate that a person is currently using or they may have ceased using within the time frame of detection. Perhaps have a conversation with the person you are concerned about. 

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