Let’s dive into drug impairment testing. Now, back in time you are partying and someone puts in your hand a brownie thing (and it isn’t a regular brownie). It is time to get behind the wheel tomorrow fast forward. Still at home this brownie may be going to town in your system. Then Drug Impairment Test are suddenly useful.

Think of these tests as your mom in friend form. For corporate and freeway safety ensuring that we are anywhere but a circus. But how do they work exactly? Why are there so many types? You’ll be fun at dinner parties once you’re done with drug addiction 101.

Let’s now consider a few of the available tests in turkey. Ever had a sobriety test? It’s like little Olympics for your body. You ever try to close your eyes when have to walk a straight line and move your finger from your nose to the officer’s nose and back once ? Great for booze and not always on the nose for drugs.

Onto the meat and potatoes: saliva, urine and blood tests. When it comes to pure accuracy blood tests take the cake. They know exactly what’s still hanging around in your system like a bad waiter. They are a tad invasive though. Not everyone’s idea of a perfect teacup is a needle.

Urine testing is like the next door neighbor who has no business. Second best, not as exact. Ideal if the party was still happening or if things have run down. And now the saliva test, the new kid and quite popular. Simple, fast, and only requires a chin swab under your tongue. Gives the impression of the gold star at the top of testing.

A lot of people wonder about the fairness and legality of these tests. And you ask yourself munching on a sandwich, “Do I have any privacy left?” Yes, it is a delicate balance between your personal rights and the safety. Companies and law enforcement want a safer setting and they are not there to disrupt your flow.

Any oddities to these tests? Certain things you have eaten or taken may interfere with the results. Ever pop around after a poppy seed bagel? Yes, thanks to the wonders of science that might indicate something stronger.

While some would say, better safe than sorry others feel that it’s a trust game. The debate on efficiency in testing still spins. However, the advancements are picking up in pace and diversity quick as a snowflake off the roof.