Drug Screening
/ˈdrʌɡ ˌskriːnɪŋ/
Definitions
- (n.) The process of testing an individual's biological sample to detect the presence of controlled substances or drugs, often for employment, legal, or regulatory compliance purposes.
The employee was required to undergo drug screening before starting work.
Forms
- drug screening
- drug screenings
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Commentary
Drug screening is a critical procedure to ensure legal and regulatory compliance, especially in employment and criminal justice contexts; accuracy and chain of custody are key drafting considerations.
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