Understanding the Different Types of Drug Tests
When it comes to keeping your workplace safe and compliant, there’s no one-size-fits-all solution for drug testing. Every business — and every situation — has different needs. Understanding the types of drug tests available can help you choose the right one for your company and ensure accurate, reliable results every time.
At Heartland Mobile Testing Services, we offer a full range of testing options designed to meet the unique needs of businesses across the Kansas City Metro area.
1. Urine Drug Testing
This is the most common and widely used form of workplace testing.
Urine testing detects a wide range of substances, is cost-effective, and provides quick results — typically within 24 hours. It’s ideal for pre-employment, random, and post-accident testing, and meets DOT requirements for regulated industries.
Best for: Standard workplace testing and DOT compliance.
2. Hair Follicle Testing
Hair testing provides a longer detection window — typically up to 90 days — making it useful for identifying patterns of repeated use. It’s harder to tamper with, providing employers a clear look at an individual’s longer-term history of drug use.
Best for: Long-term monitoring, return-to-duty programs, or high-risk positions.
3. Saliva (Oral Fluid) Testing
Saliva testing detects very recent use — often within a few hours — making it a great option for reasonable suspicion or post-incident testing. It’s simple, non-invasive, and can be performed on-site with immediate results.
Best for: Fast, on-the-spot testing that minimizes disruption.
4. Breath Alcohol Testing
Alcohol testing measures blood alcohol concentration (BAC) through a quick, professional breath test. This is a DOT-approved method and is ideal for safety-sensitive positions or any role where alertness is essential.
Best for: Random or post-accident alcohol testing in transportation or industrial roles.
Choosing the Right Test for Your Workplace
Every company’s testing needs are different. Whether you need fast results, long-term monitoring, or DOT compliance, our experienced team can help you select the best testing method for your situation.
At Heartland Mobile Testing Services, we bring 24/7 mobile drug testing directly to your location — saving you time, minimizing disruption, and ensuring professional, compliant results.
📞 Contact us today at (913) 498-9669 or email info@heartlandmobiletesting.com to learn more about which drug testing option is right for your Kansas City Metro business.
