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What is the maximum time an employee has to request a test of a split specimen after notification of a verified positive drug test?
What is the maximum time an employee has to request a test of a split specimen after notification of a verified positive drug test?
- 24 hours
- 48 hours
- 72 hours (correct)
- 96 hours
Which of the following is NOT a valid reason for an employee to miss the 72-hour request window for a split specimen test?
Which of the following is NOT a valid reason for an employee to miss the 72-hour request window for a split specimen test?
- Serious injury
- Lack of awareness of test result
- Illness
- Forgetfulness (correct)
What document must the MRO provide to the laboratory after an employee requests a test of the split specimen?
What document must the MRO provide to the laboratory after an employee requests a test of the split specimen?
- Verbal approval
- A consent form
- Written notice (correct)
- A performance review
If an employee fails to request a test of a split specimen within 72 hours, what action must they take to justify the delay?
If an employee fails to request a test of a split specimen within 72 hours, what action must they take to justify the delay?
When must an MRO act on an employee's request for a split specimen test?
When must an MRO act on an employee's request for a split specimen test?
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Requesting Split Specimen Test
Requesting Split Specimen Test
An employee can request a test of a split specimen within 72 hours of notification of a verified positive drug test.
Conditions for Late Request
Conditions for Late Request
If the request is not made within 72 hours, the employee must document reasons like serious injury or lack of notice.
MRO's Role
MRO's Role
The Medical Review Officer (MRO) directs split specimen testing if a valid late request or timely request is made.
Documentation Requirement
Documentation Requirement
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Laboratory Notification
Laboratory Notification
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Study Notes
Split Specimen Test Request Procedure
- Employees with a verified positive drug test or refusal due to adulteration/substitution have 72 hours to request a split specimen test.
- The request can be verbal or written.
- No split specimen testing is allowed for invalid results.
- Failure to request the test within 72 hours allows an employee to present documented reasons for the delay, including serious injury, illness, lack of notice, inability to contact the MRO, or other unavoidable circumstances.
- If the MRO finds the delay was unavoidable, a split specimen test is still required.
- The MRO must immediately notify the laboratory to forward the split specimen to a second certified laboratory upon a timely request.
- The MRO must document the request's date and time.
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Description
This quiz covers the important procedures and regulations surrounding split specimen testing in the workplace. It delineates the time frame for requests, circumstances for delays, and the role of the Medical Review Officer (MRO). Understand the protocols to ensure compliance and the necessity of documenting requests.
