Drug testing has become a standard part of the hiring process for many employers. One type of drug test is color code system drug testing. To understand this type of screening, it’s important to know what it is and how it works.
Color code system drug testing uses a five-panel test to detect the presence of drugs in an individual’s system. The five panels are designed to screen for marijuana, cocaine, amphetamines, opiates, and phencyclidine PCP. Each panel has its own color-coded strip that changes if the presence of drugs is detected in the urine sample provided by the individual being tested.
The advantage of this type of drug testing lies in its accuracy and ease-of-use. Since each panel has a unique color code that can be easily matched with an accompanying chart or guidebook, results can be quickly identified without having to wait for laboratory analysis or review by medical experts. This makes it easier for employers to receive accurate results quickly so they can make decisions about potential new hires more efficiently and with greater confidence in their accuracy.
Another benefit is that color code system tests are relatively inexpensive compared to other forms of drug screening such as blood or hair tests which require specialized equipment and personnel trained in administering them correctly.