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Synthetic and designer drug testing

Our designer drug tests are offered as standalone panels, providing flexibility to address individual patient needs and adhere to medical guidelines amidst the ever-changing illicit drug trade. Discover our testing options for novel psychoactive substances.
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Tailored testing: Explore our designer drug panels

Our scientific team works to offer you the most relevant testing based on current and emerging trends in drug misuse. 

In addition to the commonly used illicit and prescription drugs in our medication-assisted treatment (MAT) panels, we offer providers a comprehensive and contemporary expanded menu of tests for new designer and synthetic psychoactive drugs, including:

  • Fentanyl and other synthetic opioids
  • Synthetic cannabinoids
  • Xylazine
  • Cathinones
  • Tianeptine
  • Benzylpiperazines
  • Phenylamines
  • Phenethylamines
  • Tryptamines
  • Designer Benzodiazepines
  • Salvinorin
  • Kratom
  • Cannabidiol (CBD)
  • Delta-8 THC
  • And Others

Designer Drug Spotlight

What are alpha-2 agonists?

Alpha-2 agonists—particularly xylazine and medetomidine—are increasingly detected in the illicit drug supply, and almost always are associated with the presence of fentanyl. These compounds are potent non-opioid sedatives and pose significant clinical risks, including profound sedation, bradycardia and hypotension. Importantly, their effects are not reversed by naloxone, complicating overdose management.

To support clinical decision-making and surveillance, our new Alpha-2 Agonists Screen With Confirmation, Urine [703340] is available now.

Alpha-2 Agonist Clinical Update

Webinar

Evolving drug trends and spotlight on xylazine

During this webinar, our toxicology experts provide an informative and fascinating review of the ever-changing landscape of the illicit drug market.

Watch Webinar

Stay current on potential dangers in the illicit drug supply—get Labcorp’s latest Evolving Drug Trends report.
 

Dedicated support for clinical drug testing consultation

Labcorp offers direct access to our team of subject matter experts to support you and provide technical or medical consultation.
 

Clinical drug testing support

For test menu inquiries, add-on or test change requests, and results status.

Provider reference phone line

For results interpretation and technical discussion of patient-specific drug test results.

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