Opiate Screen And Confirmation (Urine Test)

An opiate screen and confirmation test in urine is used to detect the presence of opiates in the body. Opiates are a class of drugs derived from the opium poppy plant or synthetic versions that act on opioid receptors in the brain and body. Common examples of opiates include morphine, codeine, and heroin.

The initial screening test for opiates in urine is a immunoassay test that detects the presence of specific opiate metabolites in the urine sample. If the test is positive, a confirmation test using a more specific and accurate method such as gas chromatography/mass spectrometry (GC/MS) is performed to confirm the presence of opiates.

The results of an opiate screen and confirmation test can help healthcare providers or law enforcement officials determine if a person has used opiates recently. It is important to note that prescription medications containing opiates can also cause a positive result on this test.