14-Panel Drug Test

Edmund Murphy
Dr. Kimberly Langdon
Written by Edmund Murphy on 02 May 2023
Medically reviewed by Dr. Kimberly Langdon on 14 November 2024

A 14-panel drug test screens for illicit drugs such as cocaine, heroin, and meth as well as prescription medications like benzodiazepines and opioids. Unlike 12-panel screens, it can also detect the highly addictive substances tramadol and demerol.

What is a 14-panel drug test?

A 14-panel drug test is commonly used to detect marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, and additionally the addictive painkillers tramadol and demerol. As with other prescription medications, the cut-off point for detection of these substances is above the standard amount that would be present if taken at the prescribed dosage. 

These tests are regularly used by employers but may also be used in other settings including prior to detox treatment for substance abuse. 

How is a 14-panel test collected?

A 14-panel drug screen can be done using a urine sample. Hair follicle samples are also used for lab testing if detecting drug use up to 90 days prior to the test. Read here to learn more about the different types of drug tests.

What drugs does a 14-panel drug test search for?

Can I take the test at home?

Yes, 14-panel drug tests are available for home ordering and use via medical service providers (as long as they are FDA approved). At-home drug tests are urine tests that use a dipstick similar to an at-home pregnancy test that can detect accurately for illicit substances. 

While at-home 14-panel tests are reliable for detecting above the cut-off presence of substances in the system, they are not 100% verifiable. For the most accurate results, it is best to have drug tests performed by professionals in a lab or to send at-home tests away for further analysis. 

Read here to learn more about the drug test process.

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Drug Testing. (2021, September 10). Testing.com.

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Kimberly Langdon M.D. has been contributing to medical fields including mental health and addiction since she retired from medicine; with over 19 years of practicing clinical experience.

Activity History - Medically Reviewed on 17 April 2023 and last checked on 14 November 2024

Medically reviewed by
Dr. Kimberly Langdon

M.D.

Dr. Kimberly Langdon

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