The Importance of Quality Assurance in Drug and Alcohol Testing
Monday, 27 Feb 2023

Recent events in the sporting industry have brought to light the importance of quality assurance in the healthcare field, particularly relating to drug testing. An unnamed laboratory leaked a ‘Non-Negative’ test result to the public, which had the potential to end a prominent Australian sportsman’s career. This incident has prompted us to advise the standards we follow to our clients and candidates, and provide further education on why Drug and Alcohol Screening (DAS) Quality is of the utmost importance to us at Sonic HealthPlus.

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What is a Medical Review Officer (MRO)?
Monday, 20 Sep 2021

A medical review officer (MRO) is a registered medical practitioner with both knowledge and understanding of drug and alcohol test results and (their interpretation) and substance use disorders.

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Instant vs Laboratory Urine Drug Testing
Thursday, 29 Jul 2021

Sonic HealthPlus provides a variety of options for drug testing. The two prominent options are Instant Urine Drug Testing and Laboratory Urine Drug Testing which may suit your business in different manners.

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Drug Testing Jargon
Friday, 29 Jul 2016

Whether the Sonic HealthPlus team is onsite, in the clinic, or our doctors are providing advice over the phone, we all use the same terminology when it comes to drug and alcohol testing.

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Managing Drugs and Alcohol in the Workplace
Monday, 31 Aug 2015

Free Fact Sheet! Drugs and alcohol in the workplace is a serious problem that can cost a business money and be hazardous to its employees. Find out how you can create a drug-free workplace.

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