Test Protocols

A test protocol describes a complete testing procedure for a drug substance or group of substances.

Note: Remember that any changes to the Test Protocol will also change any Company Drug Programs that use the protocol.

Label	Description
ID	Use an easy-to-remember, descriptive ID code.
Alt ID	The Alternate ID is for electronic transmission. Do not use it for any other purpose. When you sign up for electronic transmission, the appropriate Alternate ID will be provided.
Description	Full description of test protocol.
Revision Date	Optional, date of most recent change.
Reviewed By	Optional, initials of person who most recently checked/revised protocol.
Collection Protocol ID	ID of Collection Protocol to use.
Since	Optional, date this Collection Protocol was selected.
Certified Lab	Check if a certified lab is required. This limits the list of labs when selecting labs from the lookup on the Drug Test Results screen.
Federally Regulated	Check this box if the protocol is for federally-regulated drug testing. Certain reports look for this factor.
MRO Required	Is a Medical Review Officer required?
Days Allowed
Clinic to contact Employee	How many days shall the clinic attempt to contact an employee about positive results before asking for company help? This field and the one below are used on the Drug Screen Tracking Report.
Employee to Contact Clinic	How many days are allowed for the employee to contact the clinic after being told to do so by the company?