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What does the unit commander do when notified that a soldier has registered a positive drug test?

ASAP--Frequently Asked Questions
When a unit commander is notified that a soldier has registered a positive drug test, the type of drug identified determines the unit commander's actions. a. If the drug is either marijuana, PCP, Cocaine, or LSD the commander will advise the soldier of legal rights, show the evidence to the soldier, consider UCMJ action, initiate flagging action and separation processing simultaneously, and refer the soldier to the ASAP clinic. b.
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Will I be notified if any test is abnormal or positive?

Oklahoma Blood Institute - Frequently Asked Questions
You will be notified by phone or mail within 2-4 weeks if any test is abnormal or positive. Because the initial screening tests performed on your blood are made to be very sensitive, false positives do occur. If the screening test is positive, OBI will perform confirmatory testing to determine if you need to see your physician. If the test is a "false positive", you do NOT need to see your physician as you are NOT infected with the virus.
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How accurate are drug tests? Is there a possibility a test could give a false positive?

NIDA Drugs of Abuse and Related Topics - Frequently Asked Qu...
Tests are very accurate but not 100 percent accurate. Usually samples are divided so if an initial test is positive a confirmation test can be conducted. Federal guidelines are in place to ensure accuracy and fairness in drug testing programs.
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What is the unit commander's role in the ASAP?

ASAP--Frequently Asked Questions
The first role of the unit commander is to plan substance abuse prevention training and testing Unit commanders must observe their soldiers' behavior and intervene early to identify possible alcohol and/or other drug abusers, refer these soldiers for evaluation by trained medical personnel, recommend enrollment in treatment programs, and when appropriate, process soldiers for separation.
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What specifically must a unit commander do?

ASAP--Frequently Asked Questions
There are basically three major actions a unit commander must accomplish: First, an organizational team must be appointed to conduct the unit's ASAP activities; second, a unit biochemical testing program must be established; and third, prevention and education initiatives must be implemented. a.
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What assets outside the organization does the unit commander have to assist in ASAP activities?

ASAP--Frequently Asked Questions
a. Installation Alcohol and Drug Control Officer (ADCO): The ADCO provides biochemical testing training and processing for units. The ADCO provides prevention education through the prevention coordinators for soldiers in the unit. The ADCO provided the unit commander with ASAP consultations to assist in the identification and referral of individuals suspected of alcohol and/or other drug abuse. b.
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What should you do if you receive positive drug test results?

Frequently Asked Questions Drug Test FAQ
All positives should be considered presumptive and should be sent for confirmatory testing. The most popular method is Gas Chromatography / Mass Spectroscopy, an instrument used to test the sample to identify drugs of abuse. This is the confirmatory testing. It will measure the levels of the drug in the urine and make sure it is actually an illegal narcotic and not an over-the-counter medication. For pre-employment most businesses do not confirm.
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If I test positive, does that mean that I will die?

AIDSHotline.org -- Frequently Asked Questions About HIV/AIDS
Testing positive for HIV means that you now carry the virus that causes AIDS. It does not mean that you have AIDS, nor does it mean that you will die as a result of the virus. Although there is no cure for AIDS, many opportunistic infections that make people sick can be controlled, prevented or eliminated. This has substantially increased the longevity and quality of life for people living with AIDS.
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What does a positive TB test mean?

Tuberculosis (FAQ) Frequently Asked Questions, Palm Beach Co...
A positive TB test means that someone has been exposed to the TB germ and follow up evaluation is needed. Once a positive TB test has been confirmed to be truly positive, there is no point in having repeat TB tests in the future. They will not hurt you, or cause disease, but will always continue to be positive. BCG vaccine (Bacille Calmette-Guerin) used in countries where TB is endemic, can decrease the severity of TB in children but will not prevent TB infection.
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Who pays for a drug test? Does an employee have to be paid for time spent having a drug test?

Working Partners for an Alcohol- and Drug-Free Workplace
First, it is important to note that the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) does not regulate the area of workplace drug testing. According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMSHA), an employer normally pays for a drug test. Also, time spent having a required drug test is generally considered hours worked (and thus compensable time) under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), which is a DOL regulation, for employees covered by the Act.
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What does a positive hepatitis C antibody test mean?

AIDS Action Committee of Massachusetts:
A positive antibody test could mean one of two things. It could mean that a person is infected with hepatitis C and is a chronic carrier. Or, it could mean that the person was infected with hepatits C but has cleared it from his or her body. An antibody test cannot tell anyone which of those two categories applies. Once infected, you will always have hepatitis C antibodies, and therefore will always test positive on a hepatitis C screening test.
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What does a positive reading look like with the QED® test?

QED Alcohol Saliva Test Faq
When a QED® test result is positive, a dark purple color bar forms within the measurement scale. This color is distinctly darker than the pink or orange color seen as the sample fills the device. The color bar on a positive test -- the same color seen in the QA Spot? -- develops in 2 minutes for the A150 test, in 5 minutes for the A350.
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What does it mean to have a false positive newborn hearing screening test?

Screening, FAQs, EHDI, NCBDDD, CDC
A false positive hearing screening test result is when a baby does not have a hearing loss but the newborn does not pass the hearing screening. Hearing screening tests are not meant to diagnose hearing loss in infants. Instead, they are meant to find all infants that might have a hearing loss. Because they are not a diagnostic test, hearing screening tests sometimes misidentify infants as having a hearing loss.
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If my genetic test is positive, does this mean I will develop cancer?

Breast Cancer Genetics Network of Michigan FAQ
No, even though a gene mutation may be present, you are not at 100% risk for developing cancer. An individual with a BRCA1 and/or BRCA2 alteration is more likely to develop cancer than an individual without an alteration. However, not every individual who has a BRCA1 and/or BRCA2 alteration will develop cancer, because genes are not the only factor affecting cancer risk.
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What should the unit commander expect of the Unit Prevention Leader (UPL)?

ASAP--Frequently Asked Questions
a. The Unit Prevention Leader is trained to develop a unit prevention plan for testing and education. b. The Unit Prevention Leader is trained to conduct proper testing for all members of the organization. c. The Unit Prevention Leader, by virtue of being a noncommissioned officer, is capable of training members of the organization about substance abuse.
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Will a urine drug test be positive if I'm taking Adipex?

Info on Adipex - Weight-loss FAQ at RxPriceCheck.com
Adipex (phentermine) may cause a positive result in urine screening tests for Amphetamines because it is chemically similar to Amphetamines.
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Will a urine drug test be positive if I'm taking Tenuate?

Info on Tenuate - Weight-loss FAQ at RxPriceCheck.com
Tenuate (Diethylpropion) may cause a positive result in urine screening tests for Amphetamines because it is similar chemically to Amphetamines.
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How long will someone test positive after using a drug?

Drug Detection Devices, Ltd. FAQ
MOST drugs will clear out of the system after a few days. Notable exceptions are PCP and Marijuana (THC), which can show up in the urine of chronic users for weeks after use is discontinued. The drug info page has more details.
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If a drug test shows positive, can it be proved how long ago the drug was taken?

Drug Test Strips :: FAQ
Saliva, urine and blood only show up a positive or negative result, not how long ago a drug has been taken.
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Question In a multi-drug test, how will I know which drug tests positive?

FAQ :: Drug Alcohol Test
Answer Each panel shows the positive or negative result for a particular drug or drug category. So you know at a glance which drug you have tested positive for if there is one red line on the test strip.
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In a multi-drug test, how will I know which drug tests positive?

Drug Test Strips :: FAQ
Each panel shows the positive or negative result for a particular drug or drug category. So you know at a glance which drug you have tested positive for if there is one red line on the test strip. How easy is it to follow your test procedures? (Click here for our easy-to-follow Directions for Use for Single-drug Tests and Multi-drug Tests)
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What does a 'positive' TB test look like?

Tuberculosis FAQ
A positive TB test is red & raised. This 'induration' varies from person to person, depending on exposure history, country of birth, and BCG history. Usually anything over 10 mm induration is considered positive, although 5 mm may also be considered positive in some circumstances, eg. immune suppressed persons or close contact with infectious TB.
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What does a positive skin test mean?

Health Requirements
of the world’s population tests positive for the Tuberculosis antibody. This means at some point in their lifetime they have come in contact with Tuberculosis. A positive skin test and a negative chest x-ray means you have Latent Tuberculosis Infection (LTBI). If you have LTBI you are NOT contagious and CANNOT pass TB to others. However, you have a 15% chance of developing active TB during your lifetime. Medications are available to help prevent active TB in persons with LTBI.
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What do I do if I test positive?

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Follow through with your medical providers instructions including taking all medicine and abstaining from sex for the specified amount of time. It is also very important that your sex and/or needle sharing partners are informed of the contact and receive testing and any treatment that are needed.
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It is of the utmost importance to your life that you seek out a doctor qualified to treat this disease. Your doctor will guide you to counseling, support groups and assistance services specifically for people that are HIV positive. You should also discuss the necessary changes to your life-style so as to not further endanger yourself and others. Your life is not over. You can live a longer, more fruitful life if you seek and receive treatment early in the disease process.
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What is a positive test?

Tilt Table Test: Frequently Asked Questions
A tilt table test is called positive if a patient develops a drop in blood pressure associated with symptoms. The symptoms that patients experience are varied and have included lightheadedness, nausea, a cold and clammy feeling, sweating, a "spacey" feeling, or a feeling like you are about to black out. Rarely, blood pressure falls without the patient developing symptoms. In these cases, we try to continue the test until the patient develops symptoms.
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What if I test positive for an illegal substance?

Frequently Asked Questions
Testing positive for drug use is a violation of conditions of release and as such, a violation would be submitted to the Court which could result in revocation of release.
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What if I test HIV positive?

American Social Health Association - Learn about STDs/STIs
There are many things you can do to help protect your health if you test positive for HIV. Seeking health care early and maintaining a healthy lifestyle can help a person stay healthy. Some specific things you can do if you're positive for HIV are: See a doctor, even if you feel well. If possible, see a doctor who is familiar with treating people with HIV. Health care providers can inform you on what tests and drug treatment are right for you.
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What if I test positive for HIV?

HIV Frequently Asked Questions - Southern Nevada Health Dist...
If you test positive for HIV, the sooner you take steps to protect your health, the better. Early medical treatment and a healthy lifestyle can help you stay well. Prompt medical care may delay the onset of AIDS and prevent some life-threatening conditions. The Health District Office of AIDS offers an Adult Evaluation Clinic at the Ravenholt Public Health Center.
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