Interpret urine drug tests (UDT) like a toxicologist! Learn how to approach interpreting positive opiates, opioids, and benzodiazepines in UDT. We discuss the nuances of interpreting UDT, false positives,  and how to counsel a patient prior to ordering the test. We’re joined by Dr. Timothy Weigand @TwToxMD (University of Rochester Medical Center).

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Credits




Producer: Natalie Stahl, MD, MPH
Show Notes, Cover Art, Infographic: Carolyn Chan, MD, MHS
Hosts: Carolyn Chan, MD, MHS, and Natalie Stahl MD, MPH
Reviewer: Kento Sonoda, MD
Showrunner: Carolyn Chan, MD, MHS
Technical Production: PodPaste
Guest: Dr. Timothy Wiegand


Show Segments




Intro, disclaimer, guest bio 00:00
Guest one-liner: 05:17
Case from Kashlak: 09:42
Types of Urine Drug Testing (UDT): 10:37
Detection Window 22:07
Interpreting Opiates and Opioids UDT 25:26
Resources to Interpret UDT 39:20
False Positives  43:29
Discussing Results with a Patient 45:52
Interpreting UDT - Buprenorphine 48:47
Specimen Validity Testing  50:22
Saliva Testing 54:56
Outro 1:01:28