Hair follicle drug testing provides a longer window of detection than urine testing — up to 90 days of drug use history from a single hair sample. Increasingly required by courts, employers, and custody proceedings. Available by appointment throughout Middle Georgia.
By appointment only · Fast scheduling · Court & employer accepted
A hair follicle drug test analyzes a small sample of hair — typically from the back of the head — to detect the presence of drug metabolites that have become embedded in the hair shaft over time. Unlike a urine test that detects recent use (days to a week), hair testing can detect drug use from up to 90 days prior.
When a person uses drugs, metabolites enter the bloodstream and become incorporated into hair as it grows. A standard hair sample is approximately 1.5 inches long, representing roughly 90 days of growth. The sample is sent to a certified laboratory where it is analyzed using immunoassay screening and confirmed by GC/MS (gas chromatography/mass spectrometry) if positive.
A standard 5-panel hair follicle test screens for the most commonly abused substances. Expanded panels are also available:
Detects use up to 90 days prior
Including crack cocaine metabolites
Heroin, morphine, codeine
Methamphetamine, amphetamine, MDMA
Phencyclidine (angel dust)
Expanded panels can include oxycodone, benzodiazepines, barbiturates, and more. Ask us about your specific needs.
Both test types serve important purposes. Understanding the difference helps you choose the right test for your situation.
Call 478-379-5979 or request online. Let us know you need hair follicle testing. We'll confirm a time that works — often same-day or next-day.
Bring a valid government-issued photo ID. No special preparation is needed — hair should be clean and uncut for at least 90 days if possible.
Our certified collector takes a small hair sample from near the scalp. The process takes just a few minutes. The sample is sealed and documented under chain of custody.
Lab results with documentation provided to you or forwarded to your court, attorney, or other authorized party.
Faster and more affordable — best for recent use detection and routine testing.
Documented chain-of-custody testing accepted by Georgia courts.
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No. We operate by appointment only. This ensures you receive private, professional service from a certified collector. Call 478-379-5979 — we often schedule same-day or next-day.
A standard collection requires approximately 100 hairs — about the diameter of a pencil — cut close to the scalp. Head hair is preferred, but body hair can sometimes be used if head hair is insufficient or unavailable.
If head hair is unavailable, body hair (chest, leg, arm) can be used as an alternative. Body hair grows more slowly but still provides a detection window. A shaved head does not eliminate the possibility of hair testing.
A standard hair follicle test detects drug use approximately 90 days (about 3 months) prior to the test date. It does not detect use in the most recent 5–7 days (the time it takes for hair to grow above the scalp).
Yes. Our hair follicle tests are performed by certified collectors and analyzed at certified laboratories with MRO review. The documentation meets court standards. Check with your attorney if you have specific requirements.
Hair follicle test results typically take 2–5 business days from the date of collection. This is longer than a urine test because all samples must be laboratory-analyzed — there is no point-of-care option for hair testing.
Heavy chemical treatment (bleaching, perming) can potentially affect some drug metabolites in the hair, but most certified laboratories account for this. If you have concerns, discuss your situation with us when you schedule.
90-day detection window, certified collection, court-accepted documentation. By appointment — schedule fast today.
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