Positive urine drug screens

What does "Positive urine drug screens" mean in a report or doctor's letter? In our medical dictionary, you will find a patient-friendly explanation of the meaning of this medical term.

Explanation

"Positive urine drug screens" refers to the results of a urine test that show the presence of drugs or their byproducts in a person's body. These tests are often used to check if a person has been using illegal substances or misusing prescription medications. The term "positive" means that the test has detected these substances. The specific drugs that can be detected depend on the type of test used.

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