Sexual transmission and drugs

WHAT IS HIV INFECTION?

The human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infects the cells of the immune system and destroys or disrupts their functioning, which leads to the progressive deterioration of the immune system and ends up producing an immune deficiency. We speak of immunodeficiency when the immune system can no longer fulfill its function of fighting infections and other diseases. The infections that accompany severe immunodeficiency are called "opportunistic" because the causative pathogens take advantage of the weak immune system.

WHAT IS AIDS?

AIDS (acquired immunodeficiency syndrome) represents the most advanced stages of HIV infection. It is defined by the occurrence of one of more than twenty opportunistic infections or cancers linked to HIV.

HOW IS HIV INFECTION TRANSMITTED?

• Unprotected sexual intercourse (vaginal, anal, or oral) with an infected person.
• Contaminated blood transfusion.
• For sharing needles, syringes, surgical supplies, or other sharp objects.
• The mother can pass the infection to her child during pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding.

HOW MANY PEOPLE ARE INFECTED BY HIV?

According to estimates by the WHO and UNAIDS, at the end of 2016 there were some 36,7 million people infected with HIV in the world. That same year, some 1,8 million people became infected, and 1 million died of HIV-related causes.

HOW CAN I LIMIT MY RISK OF BEING INFECTED WITH HIV THROUGH SEX?

Every time you have sex, use the male or female condom correctly.
Avoid risky behaviors.

WHAT BENEFITS DOES THE HIV TEST REPORT?

Knowing your HIV status can have two important effects:

If you learn that you are infected with the virus, you can take steps before symptoms appear to receive treatment, care, and support, which can prolong life and prevent medical complications for many years.
If you turn out to be infected, you can take precautions to avoid passing HIV to others.

WHEN TO CARRY OUT AN STD HIV NETWORK STUDY?

Anyone who suspects a risk exposure should conduct this study.

TESTS INCLUDED?

• HIV-I and HIV-II antibodies
• P24 antigen

PATIENT CONDITIONS AND COLLECTION OF SAMPLES

Blood test:

•  It's not necessary to skip breakfast

DO I NEED AN STD HIV NETWORK STUDY, WHAT SHOULD I DO?

To conduct a RED STD HIV study:

• Comply with the patient's conditions prior to conducting the study.
• Come to our Laboratories any day of the week.

Herpes is an infection caused by the herpes simplex virus (HSV).

There are two types:

• Herpes simplex type 1 (oral herpes) it causes sores around the mouth or on the face, although it can also cause genital herpes.
• Herpes simplex type 2 (genital herpes) It is a sexually transmitted disease (STD) that affects the genitals, buttocks or anus area, although it can also affect the mouth.
  The virus can be dangerous in newborns or in people with weakened immune systems.

HOW IS IT SPREAD?

Herpes simplex is spread by direct contact.

SYMPTOM
Symptoms can range from no symptoms to itchy and painful sores and blisters, leading to subsequent healing.
Usually patients with herpes have outbreaks several times throughout the year, although over time the outbreaks become less frequent.
Medications that help the body fight the virus can help improve symptoms and decrease flare-ups.

WHEN TO CARRY OUT AN ETS HERPES NETWORK STUDY?

An apparently healthy person may have a sexually transmitted disease without knowing it, since sometimes there are no signs or symptoms of the condition.
When you have a sexually transmitted disease, the risk of suffering from others increases, therefore, pay attention to when to carry out a Red ETS Herpes study and leave doubts:

• If you find out that your sexual partner has the virus POSITIVE.
• You are sexually active and have had more than one sexual partner (or if your partner has had multiple partners since your last analysis).
•  You are pregnant or plan to be.
•  You have been forced to have a sexual act or engage in sexual activity against your will.

PATIENT CONDITIONS AND COLLECTION OF SAMPLES

Samples must be taken by a specialist in a virus transport medium (without inactivator) and subsequently delivered to the laboratory.

DO NOT necessary FAST

MAN: any of the following samples is valid.

• Anal
• Pharyngeal
• Ocular
• Skin lesion
• Any anatomical region that may be infected with herpes

WOMAN: any of the following samples is valid.

• Vaginal
• endocervical
• Anal
• Pharyngeal
• Ocular
• Skin injury
• Any anatomical region that may be infected with herpes

Endocervical exudate or complex access anatomical regions:

• Our recommendation is that in the endocervical sample or in complex access anatomical regions, a specialist should take the sample and then deliver it to the laboratory.
• Vaginal, anal, pharyngeal, ocular exudate, skin lesion or easily accessible anatomical regions, we will take the sample in the laboratory itself.

DO I NEED AN STD HERPES NETWORK STUDY, WHAT SHOULD I DO?

To conduct a Red ETS Herpes study:

• Comply with the conditions prior to conducting the study.
• Come to our Laboratories any day of the week

El Virus of Papiloma Hhuman (HPV)It is a viral infection that sometimes causes warts to grow on the skin or mucous membranes, and in others it can cause different types of cancer. There are more than 100 types of HPV; and although most do not lead to cancer, some such as genital cancer can cause cervical cancer. Additionally, cancers of the anus, penis, vagina, vulva, and oropharynx (back of the throat) have been linked to HPV infection.

These infections are often transmitted sexually or through other skin-to-skin contact. There are currently vaccines that can help protect against strains of HPV that are more likely to cause genital warts or cervical cancer.

WHEN TO PERFORM AN STD HPV NETWORK STUDY?

An apparently healthy person may have a sexually transmitted disease without knowing it, since sometimes there are no signs or symptoms of the condition.

When you have a sexually transmitted disease, the risk of suffering from others increases, so pay attention to when to perform a Red HPV study and leave doubts:

•  If you find out that your sexual partner has the virus POSITIVE.
• You are sexually active and have had more than one sexual partner (or if your partner has had multiple partners since your last analysis).
• You are pregnant or plan to be.
• You have been forced to have a sexual act or engage in sexual activity against your will.
• You have some of the following symptoms:
  • Discharge from the vagina, penis, or rectum.
  • Stinging or itching in the genital organs.
  • Abnormal bleeding from the vagina
  • Spots in the vulva area.
  • Painful urination
• You have warts:

In most cases, the body's immune system overcomes an HPV infection before creating warts. When warts appear, they vary in appearance depending on the type of HPV that is involved:

Genital warts. These appear as flat lesions, small cauliflower-shaped bumps, or small stem-like bumps. In women, genital warts appear mainly on the vulva, but they can also appear near the anus, on the cervix, or in the vagina.
In men, genital warts appear on the penis and scrotum or around the anus. Genital warts rarely cause discomfort or pain, although they can be itchy or tender.

• • Common warts. Common warts appear as rough, raised bumps and usually occur on the hands and fingers. In most cases, common warts are simply unsightly, but they can also be painful or susceptible to injury or bleeding.
  • Plantar warts. Plantar warts are hard, grainy growths that usually appear on the heels or the balls of the feet. These warts can cause discomfort.
  • Flat warts. Flat warts are flat, slightly raised lesions. They can appear anywhere, but boys tend to have them on their faces and men tend to have them in the beard area. Women tend to have them on their legs.

 HOW OFTEN SHOULD YOU PERFORM THIS TEST?

In women between the ages of 30 and 65, it is advisable to perform HPV every three to five years if cervical cytology is also done. Women over 65 years of age can stop having the test if they have obtained normal results in three cervical smears or after two HPVs without abnormal results.

PREVENTION
Do not have sexual intercourse.
Using condoms reduces the risk of infection, although it does not eliminate it.
Limit the number of sexual partners, to more partners, more exposure and thus more risk.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention advises having these tests annually for those at high risk of infection.
Avoid douching. Douching decreases the amount of beneficial bacteria present in the vagina, which can increase the risk of infection.

PATIENT CONDITIONS AND COLLECTION OF SAMPLES

The samples must be taken by a specialist and later delivered to the laboratory.

• NO FASTING is necessary
• MAN: any of the following samples is valid.
  • Fresh or saline biopsy
  • Urethral discharge (dry swab)
• WOMAN: any of the following samples is valid.
  • Fresh or saline biopsy.
  • Cervical swab (dry swab)

DO I NEED AN STD HPV NETWORK STUDY, WHAT SHOULD I DO?

To conduct a Red ETS HPV study:

• Comply with the conditions prior to conducting the study.
• Come to our Laboratories any day of the week.

Chlamydia trachomatis bacteria causes a common sexually transmitted infection (STI).

It affects women and men of all ages but the incidence is higher in young women.

It is an easily treatable infection and must be treated to avoid more serious problems.

WHEN TO CONDUCT AN ETS CHLAMYDIA NETWORK STUDY?

An apparently healthy person may have a sexually transmitted disease without knowing it, since sometimes there are no signs or symptoms of the condition.

When you have a sexually transmitted disease, the risk of suffering from others increases, therefore, pay attention to when to carry out a Red ETS CHLAMYDIA study and leave doubts:

•  Discharge from the vagina, penis, or rectum.
• Painful urination
• If you find out that your sexual partner has Chlamydia infection.
• You are sexually active and have had more than one sexual partner (or if your partner has had multiple partners since your last analysis).
• You are pregnant or plan to be.
• You have been forced to have a sexual act or engage in sexual activity against your will.

SYMPTOM

At an early stage it usually causes few signs and symptoms, or even none. If they do occur, they can be so minor that they are overlooked.

Signs and symptoms of Chlamydia trachomatis infection can include:

• Painful urination
• Vaginal discharge in women
• Discharge from the penis in men
• Pain during sexual intercourse in women
• Bleeding between menstrual periods and after sex in women
• Testicular pain in men
• Rectal pain, discharge, or bleeding
• Conjunctivitis (from contact with infected body fluids).

 HOW OFTEN SHOULD YOU PERFORM THIS TEST?

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention advises having these tests annually for those at high risk of infection.

COMPLICATIONS

Chlamydia trachomatis infection is associated with:

• Pelvic inflammatory disease (PID).
• Infection near the testicles (epididymitis).
• Infection of the prostate gland.
• Infections in newborns (transmission in the birth canal).
• Ectopic pregnancy.
• Infertility.
• Reactive arthritis or Reiter's syndrome.

PREVENTION

• Do not have sexual intercourse.
• Using condoms reduces the risk of infection, although it does not eliminate it.
• Limit the number of sexual partners, to more partners, more exposure and thus more risk.
• The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention advises having these tests annually for those at high risk of infection.
• Avoid douching. Douching decreases the amount of beneficial bacteria present in the vagina, which can increase the risk of infection.

PATIENT CONDITIONS AND COLLECTION OF SAMPLES

Samples must be taken before starting antimicrobial treatment. Also that the use of antiseptics or lubricants should be avoided since they can inhibit the growth of some microorganisms.

The material to be used for sample collection is provided by the laboratory.

-DO NOT necessary FAST

-MAN: any of the following samples is valid.

• Urine 
• Urethral discharge.
• Pharyngeal exudate.
• Rectal discharge.

-WOMAN: any of the following samples is valid. 

• Urine
• Vaginal discharge
• Endocervical exudate.
• Pharyngeal exudate.
• Rectal discharge.

Urine sample:

• Use a specific sterile container for urine collection,
•  It is not recommended to wash the area before sampling.
• It is recommended not to be under antibiotic treatment at the time of sampling.
• Collect the first urine of the morning (first portion); Make sure clothing and genitals do not directly touch the glass to avoid contamination.
• Close the bottle, and if you have a tube, fill it up and make sure that no spillage occurs.

Vaginal, endocervical (women), urethral (men) pharyngeal or rectal discharge.

• Our recommendation is that the endocervical and urethral sample be taken by a specialist and then delivered to the laboratory.
• Vaginal, pharyngeal or rectal exudate we will take the sample in the laboratory itself.

I NEED AN ETS CHLAMYDIA NETWORK STUDY WHAT SHOULD I DO?

To conduct a Red ETS CHLAMYDIA study:

• Comply with the conditions prior to conducting the study.
• Come to our Laboratories any day of the week.

Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) are infections that are passed from one person to another through sexual contact. The causes of STDs are bacteria, parasites, and viruses.

WHEN TO CARRY OUT AN ETS BASIC NETWORK STUDY?

An apparently healthy person may have a sexually transmitted disease without knowing it, since sometimes there are no signs or symptoms of the condition.

When you have a sexually transmitted disease, the risk of suffering from others increases, therefore, pay attention to when to carry out a Red ETS Basic study and leave doubts:

• You are sexually active and have had more than one sexual partner (or if your partner has had multiple partners since your last analysis).
• You use intravenous medications.
• You are pregnant or plan to be.
• You have been forced to have a sexual act or engage in sexual activity against your will.

 WHAT KIND OF ANALYSIS SHOULD YOU DO AND HOW OFTEN?

En Red Canaria Laboratorios We have created the Red ETS Basic profile where we detect

HIV I-II antibodies (SCREENING), Hepatitis C antibodies (AC IG G), Hepatitis B surface antigen, Hepatitis B surface antigen antibodies, VDRL (syphilis) in blood sample.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention advises having these tests annually for those at high risk of infection.

PATIENT CONDITIONS AND COLLECTION OF SAMPLES

Blood sample(Extraction carried out in our facilities without the need for fasting or previous conditions).

I NEED AN ETS BASIC NETWORK STUDY, WHAT SHOULD I DO? 

To conduct a Red ETS Basic study:

• Comply with the conditions prior to conducting the study.
• Come to our Laboratories any day of the week.

Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) are infections that are passed from one person to another through sexual contact. The causes of STDs are bacteria, parasites, and viruses.

WHEN TO CONDUCT A COMPLETE ETS NETWORK STUDY?

An apparently healthy person may have a sexually transmitted disease without knowing it, since sometimes there are no signs or symptoms of the condition.

When you have a sexually transmitted disease, the risk of suffering from others increases, so pay attention to when to carry out a Red ETS Essential study and leave doubts:

• You are sexually active and have had more than one sexual partner (or if your partner has had multiple partners since your last analysis).
• You use intravenous medications.
• You are pregnant or plan to be.
• You have been forced to have a sexual act or engage in sexual activity against your will.

WHAT KIND OF ANALYSIS SHOULD YOU DO AND HOW OFTEN?

En Red Canaria Laboratorios We have created the Red ETS Essential profile where we detect by PCR HIV, Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C and by serology AC.IGG.ANTI-TREPONEMA PALLIDUM (FTA), AC.IGM ANTI-TREPONEMA PALLIDUM in sample sanga line. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention advises having these tests annually for those at high risk of infection.

PATIENT CONDITIONS AND COLLECTION OF SAMPLES

Blood sample (extraction carried out in our facilities without the need for fasting or previous conditions).

I NEED AN ETS ESSENTIAL NETWORK STUDY WHAT SHOULD I DO?

To conduct a Red ETS Essential study:

• Comply with the conditions prior to conducting the study.
• Come to our Laboratories any day of the week.

Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) are infections that are transmitted through sexual contact. Millions of people are infected with an STD each year. If you have sex with a person who has an STD, even if they do not know it, you could also have one, and therefore could have the capacity to infect other people.

We use molecular biology techniques, which are state-of-the-art analytical methods based on DNA amplification and identification, which is why they are capable of detecting minimal amounts of viruses and bacteria with much greater precision than classical diagnostic techniques.

WHAT DOES THE RED ETS TRANQUILITY STUDY DETECT?

It is an analysis designed to detect minimal amounts of any microorganism that causes a sexually transmitted disease that can inhabit the mucous membranes and ulcers or lesions: Neisseria Gonorrhoeae, Chlamydia Trachomatis, Trichomonas Vaginalis, Ureaplasma Urealyticum, Ureaplasma Parvum, Mycoplasma Genitalium and Mycoplasma Hominis .

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention advises having these tests annually for those at high risk of infection.

WHAT ARE THE MOST COMMON SYMPTOMS OF ILLNESSES OF SEXUAL TRANSMISSION (STD)?

STDs can cause physical symptoms such as pimples, skin lesions, itching, pain or burning when urinating, fever, or symptoms of flu-like illness. But all of these symptoms can be caused by other diseases that are not sexually transmitted diseases. Also, some STDs may have no symptoms. As you can see, it is often difficult to diagnose an STD based solely on symptoms. For this reason, it is important to make a diagnosis using highly reliable laboratory tests.

CAN I HAVE A SEXUALLY TRANSMITTED DISEASE AND NOT KNOW IT?

Yes. Many STDs can take weeks, months, or even years to manifest their symptoms. Some people never develop symptoms, but even in this case, the infected person can transmit the disease to another person.

HOW DO I KNOW IF MY PARTNER HAS A TRANSMISSION DISEASE SEXUAL (STD)?

The simple answer is that you will not know if your partner is infected unless he / she tells you. Also, you should be aware that some STDs may not show symptoms and your partner may not even know they are infected.

CAN I GET A SEXUALLY TRANSMITTED DISEASE FROM A PUBLIC BATHROOM?

This is not very likely. Most STDs are only transmitted during sexual contact, either through skin-to-skin contact or from passing fluids from the body such as during vaginal, anal, or oral sex. Crab, or pubic lice, can be passed through sexual contact, by sleeping in an infected bed, by sharing clothes, or possibly by sitting on an infected toilet. However, the louse cannot live without the human body for more than 24 hours. So getting crab infection from a toilet is possible but not likely.

CAN I GET A SEXUALLY TRANSMITTED DISEASE BY THE KISSES?

This is possible but not very common. If your partner's mouth is infected with STDs, then the infection can be passed on to you during kissing. That is, lesions on the lips and in the mouth can be passed by a kiss if your partner is infected. Infections within the blood such as HIV or hepatitis B or C can only be passed through kissing if there is infected blood in the mouth. If your partner has an infection in his genital area (penis or vagina), kissing on the mouth will not transmit the infection.

CAN I GET A SEXUALLY TRANSMITTED DISEASE THROUGH THE ORAL SEX?

Yes. During oral sex, there is skin-to-skin contact and therefore fluids can be passed from the body and that is why it is important to use a barrier to protect yourself.

PATIENT CONDITIONS AND COLLECTION OF SAMPLES

Samples must be taken before starting antimicrobial treatment. Also that the use of antiseptics or lubricants should be avoided since they can inhibit the growth of some microorganisms.

The material that will be used for sample collection, except biopsies, is provided by the laboratory.

• DO NOT necessary FAST
• MAN: any of the following samples is valid.
  • Urine.
  • Urethral discharge.
  • Pharyngeal exudate.
  • Rectal discharge.
  • Ulcers.
  • Biopsy.
• WOMAN: any of the following samples is valid.
  • Urine.
  • Vaginal discharge
  • Endocervical exudate.
  • Urethral discharge.
  • Pharyngeal exudate.
  • Rectal discharge.
  • Ulcers.
  • Biopsy.

Urine sample:

• Use a specific sterile container for urine collection,
• It is not recommended to wash the area before sampling.
• It is recommended not to be under antibiotic treatment at the time of sampling.
• Collect the first urine of the morning (first portion); Make sure clothing and genitals do not directly touch the glass to avoid contamination.
• Close the bottle, and if you have a tube, fill it up and make sure that no spillage occurs.

Vaginal, endocervical, urethral, ​​pharyngeal, rectal discharge, ulcer, or biopsy.

• Our recommendation is that the endocervical, urethral, ​​rectal or biopsy sample is taken by a specialist and then delivered to the laboratory.
• Vaginal, pharyngeal or ulcer exudate we will take the sample in the laboratory itself.

I NEED AN ETS TRANQUILITY NETWORK STUDY WHAT SHOULD I DO?

To conduct an ETS Tranquility Network Study:

• Comply with the patient's conditions prior to conducting the study.
• An appointment is necessary to carry out the analysis. Find the nearest laboratory.

En Red Canaria Laboratorios we have created a very broad profile by joining the profiles ETS Essential Network and ETS Tranquility Network where it is detected by PCR HIV, Hepatitis B and Hepatitis C and by serology AC.IGG.ANTI-TREPONEMA PALLIDUM (FTA), AC.IGM ANTI-TREPONEMA PALLIDUM in blood sample and Neisseria Gonorrhoaea, Chlamydia Trachimatis, Trichomona Vaginales, Ureaplasma Urealyticum, Ureaplasma Parvum, Mycoplasma Genitalium and Mycoplasma Hominis also by molecular biology.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention advises having these tests annually for those at high risk of infection.

PATIENT CONDITIONS AND COLLECTION OF SAMPLES

Samples must be taken before starting antimicrobial treatment. Also that the use of antiseptics or lubricants should be avoided since they can inhibit the growth of some microorganisms.

The material that will be used for sample collection, except biopsies, is provided by the laboratory.

• There's no need FAST
• MAN: blood sample plus any of the following samples.
  • Urine.
  • Urethral discharge.
  • Pharyngeal exudate.
  • Rectal discharge.
  • Ulcers.
  • Biopsy.
• WOMAN: blood sample plus any of the following samples.
  • Urine
  • Vaginal discharge
  • Endocervical exudate.
  • Urethral discharge.
  • Pharyngeal exudate.
  • Rectal discharge.
  • Ulcers.
  • Biopsy.

Urine sample:

• Use a specific sterile container for urine collection,
• It is not recommended to wash the area before sampling.
• It is recommended not to be under antibiotic treatment at the time of sampling.
• Collect the first urine of the morning (first portion); Make sure clothing and genitals do not directly touch the glass to avoid contamination.
• Close the bottle, and if you have a tube, fill it up and make sure that no spillage occurs.

Vaginal, endocervical, urethral, ​​pharyngeal, rectal discharge, ulcer, or biopsy:

• Our recommendation is that the endocervical, urethral, ​​rectal or biopsy sample is taken by a specialist and then delivered to the laboratory.
• Vaginal, pharyngeal or ulcer exudate we will take the sample in the laboratory itself.

DO I NEED A COMPLETE ETS SECURITY NETWORK STUDY, WHAT SHOULD I DO?To conduct a Red ETS Security Complete study:

• Comply with the patient's conditions prior to conducting the study.
• Come to our Laboratories any day of the week.

Drugs

According to the Ministry of Health of the Government of Spain, the data confirm that the most consumed substances are legal, in the first place, alcohol (between 75% and 78% of those surveyed between 2017-2020 have consumed) and in second place tobacco (39,4% smoked tobacco between 2019-2020, compared to 40,9% in 2017/2018). Cannabis is the most consumed illegal drug (10,5% in 2019/2020 compared to 11,0% in 2017/2018) followed by powder and / or base cocaine (2,5% in 2019-2020 compared to 2,2, 2017% in 2018/XNUMX).

ILLEGAL SUBSTANCES

The rest of the illegal substances studied have prevalences of consumption below 1%. Ecstasy 0,9%; amphetamines 0,7%; hallucinogens 0,6%; psychedelic mushrooms 0,4%; methamphetamines 0,3% and heroin 0,1%, the same percentage as volatile inhalants.

1,7% of Spaniards between 15 and 64 years old claim to have tried new psychoactive substances at some time in their lives.

The ages of initiation of consumption do not show notable changes. Legal substances (alcohol and tobacco) are those that are used at a younger age, while hypnosedatives and opioid analgesics are those that are used at a later age.

Regarding sex, over-the-counter sedative-hypnotics and over-the-counter opioid analgesics are the only psychoactive substances whose use is similar in both sexes (1,3% of men and 1,2% of women used over-the-counter hypnosedatives in the last year and 0,6% of men and 0,7% of women used opioid analgesics without a prescription, in the same period). In the case of cannabis, the percentage of men who have consumed it in the last year is more than double that of women (14,6% versus 6,3%) and in the case of powder and / or base cocaine this difference by sex it quadrupled (4,1% men and 1% women).

The pattern of polydrug use (use of 3 or more psychoactive substances) continues to be widespread. It is concentrated in men between the ages of 15 and 24 and includes very frequently (in 90% of cases) the consumption of alcohol, tobacco and cannabis.

WHAT DOES RED DRUGS CONSIST OF?

RED DRUGS is the broadest profile on the market and tries to qualitatively detect (negative / positive) 11 illegal drugs or medications in urine.

WHAT ARE DRUG TESTS USED FOR?
Drug tests are used to find out if a person has used certain drugs or medications. They can be used in addition to to find out if drugs have been used, for the following purposes:

Job: Employers can test before hiring, or after, to see if they use drugs at work.

Sports organizations: Professional and college athletes generally need to be tested for drugs or substances that enhance athletic performance.

Legal or forensic purposes: The evidence can be part of the investigation of a crime or a car accident. Drug tests can also be ordered as part of a court case.

Monitor opioid use: If you have been prescribed an opioid, your doctor may order a drug test to confirm that you are taking the correct amount of the drug.
If a person exhibits symptoms of abuse, they can be:

• Dragging words or speaking slowly
• Have dilated or small pupils
• Agitation
• Panic
• Paranoia
• Delirium
• Trouble breathing
• Nausea
• Changes in blood pressure or heart rhythm

WHEN TO CARRY OUT A DRUG NET STUDY?

Anyone who wants to know if they have drugs in their system can take the test.

TESTS INCLUDED?

Qualitative values ​​in urine (negative / positive) of:

• MET (METHAMPHETAMINE)
• COC (COCAINE)
• THC (MARIJUANA)
• MDMA (ECSTASY) MOP (MORPHINE, OPIACEANS AND HEROIN)
• PCP (PHENCICLIDINE)
• BZO (BENZODIAZEPINES)
• TCA (TRICYCLIC ANTIDEPRESSANTS)
• BAR (BARBITURIC)
• AMP (AMPHETAMINE)
• BUP (BUPRENORPHINE)

PATIENT CONDITIONS AND COLLECTION OF SAMPLES

The patient should indicate whether they are taking any prescription or over-the-counter medications or supplements, as some illegal drugs may test positive.

The sample will be collected in the laboratory and the laboratory staff will provide you with the material and give you the instructions for taking the sample. In some cases, a medical technician or other staff member must be present while you give the sample.

I NEED A DRUG NET STUDY WHAT SHOULD I DO?

To carry out a RED DRUGS study:

• Comply with the patient's conditions prior to conducting the study.
• Come to our Laboratories any day of the week.