Non-DOT Drug Test (10-Panel): Employer's Quick Guide
Everything employers need to know about Non-DOT 10-Panel — who needs it, what's included, and how to find a provider through BlueHive.
At a glance
- Turnaround
- Negative: 24-48 hours | Positive: 2-3 days
- Typical cost
- $45–$95
What Is Non-DOT 10-Panel?
Expanded 10-panel urine drug test adding benzodiazepines, barbiturates, methadone, propoxyphene, and Quaaludes.
The Non-DOT 10-Panel Drug Test expands on the standard 5-panel by adding commonly prescribed and abused substances. In addition to marijuana, cocaine, amphetamines, opiates, and PCP, the 10-panel typically includes benzodiazepines, barbiturates, methadone, propoxyphene, and methaqualone.
Who Needs This Service?
- Healthcare employers
- Safety-sensitive positions
- Organizations concerned about prescription abuse
- Employers requiring comprehensive screening
What's Included
A typical Non-DOT 10-Panel appointment includes:
- Expanded substance panel
- Prescription drug detection
- Certified laboratory testing
- MRO review available
- Fast results
Turnaround time: Negative: 24-48 hours | Positive: 2-3 days
Typical cost: $45–$95
How It Works
- Order — Employer orders expanded drug test through BlueHive.
- Collection — Employee provides urine specimen at collection site.
- Testing — Specimen analyzed for all 10 substance classes.
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How Non-DOT 10-Panel works, step by step
- 1
Order
Employer orders expanded drug test through BlueHive.
- 2
Collection
Employee provides urine specimen at collection site.
- 3
Testing
Specimen analyzed for all 10 substance classes.
- 4
Results
Results reported with MRO review if selected.
Regulatory snapshot
State drug testing laws vary; Drug-Free Workplace Act (41 U.S.C. §§ 8101-8106) for federal contractors
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