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What is this test?

The Amphetamine Screening Test is a laboratory test that detects the presence of amphetamine-type stimulants in your stool (feces). Amphetamines include drugs like methamphetamine (meth), MDMA (ecstasy), and other stimulant medications. This test uses a screening method to quickly identify if these substances may be present in your body.

Why do I need this test?

Your healthcare provider may order this test if they suspect amphetamine use or exposure. Reasons may include: monitoring patients in substance abuse treatment, evaluating unexplained symptoms, pre-employment or legal testing, or checking for drug exposure in children.

How is the test performed?

A stool sample is collected using a special container provided by the laboratory. The sample is then analyzed using immunoassay screening methods that can detect the presence of amphetamine compounds. If the screening test is positive, confirmatory testing is typically performed using more specific methods like gas chromatography-mass spectrometry (GC-MS).

Understanding your results

A negative result means no amphetamines were detected in your stool sample at the time of testing. A positive result indicates that amphetamines may be present, but screening tests can sometimes produce false positives. Any positive screening result should be confirmed with additional testing.