During this urine test, the GHB breakdown products are measured to see whether GHB use is present. GHB (gamma-hydroxybutyric acid) is an example of a psychoactive drug that can be use to become calmer and more compliant. It is therefore also known as the rape drug that makes women compliant and calm. It also works as analgesia and therefore has an analgesic effect.
Can I request this test myself or does a psychiatrist do it?
You can also order the GHB drug screening test yourself. However, this is often done by a psychiatrist in the context of a health declaration has been made for the CBR. The results will then be sent to your requesting psychiatrist. The drug screening for GHB urine test for the CBR is a reliable method.
The results of this test take 7 days. A pee pot can be picked up at the location.
This examination is often requested by a psychiatrist for a health declaration. This examination is requested in the context of a CBR investigation into the fitness to drive of the driver's license holder.
How accurate is the GHB blood test?
The accuracy of the test for GHB is conducted through ISO-certified laboratories. The accuracy of a test method is expressed in terms of specificity and sensitivity. However, the most important aspect is that the results are interpreted and accepted among general practitioners and hospitals. This is the case with our venous samples. Mutual acceptance may not always be present due to potentially reduced reliability with a capillary sample.
How long does it take to receive the results of a GHB blood test?
Most tests generally take 24-48 hours. Tests that go through an LC-MS method generally take longer, think about an average of 3-7 working days. Additionally, it also depends on the location. Some locations do the analysis themselves and others outsource it to another lab.
How do I interpret the results of a GHB blood test?
Interpreting the results of GHB is not always easy and should be seen in the broader picture, along with anamnesis and physical examination. In the doctor's advice section, the query in which you can already outline your complaints is taken into account, otherwise, the results are interpreted in conjunction with the other results. If necessary, the doctor can call to ask about physical abnormalities. You don't have to interpret the results yourself because there is always advice and explanation from the doctor.
What should I do if my results from a GHB blood test are abnormal?
If the results of the test for GHB are clinically significantly abnormal, the doctor will contact you by phone. If you are not reachable, you will receive an email. This includes advice and an explanation of the abnormal results and what you can do about them. If you need a prescription or referral, we can help with that.
How much does a GHB blood test cost? Is it covered by insurance?
The costs of GHB can be found on the product page. Depending on your insurance and additional packages, you may be reimbursed for these costs for GHB. For example, tests for IVF treatment are often reimbursed. After your order, you will receive an invoice that you can submit to your insurance.
How can I order a GHB blood test?
The ordering process is easy. You can add a GHB test or the tests you want to your shopping cart. In step two, you fill in your details and pay. Then you will receive an email confirmation and you can go to a collection location. After you have been there, you will receive the results of the GHB test in your Portal.
Is my data safe when I get a GHB blood test?
We are certified-ready according to the NEN 7510 and 7512 standards for secure data transfer in healthcare. The Portal is secured with two-factor authentication. Your data is also encrypted. We do not send the results of GHB to third parties without permission, not even to your general practitioner without your consent.
Do I need to visit a clinic for a GHB blood test, or can it be done remotely?
The blood test for GHB must take place at one of the collection locations we provide. At certain locations, it is possible for a phlebotomist to come to you. You can indicate this during checkout. An appointment will then be made as soon as possible to come to your home.
How do I book an appointment for GHB blood test?
You can easily make an appointment for GHB blood test after your order in your Portal. You can visit almost daily in all major cities in the Netherlands. In smaller cities, you can visit on certain days. At certain locations, it is also possible to visit on weekends.
Is a doctor's interpretation included in a GHB blood test?
An interpretation by a doctor or an explanation is included in the GHB test. The explanation takes into account the query that you can specify in your Portal after ordering.
How does a GHB blood test differ from over-the-counter tests?
For blood tests, we always use venous sampling. This is the gold standard for blood collection. Over-the-counter tests, such as a finger prick test, use the capillary route for blood collection. These do not always give the same results and the accuracy depends on how, where, and with which technique the collection is done. The advantage, of course, is that the test is easier and less painful to take.
What payment options are available for a GHB blood test?
You can always pay with iDeal and credit card (VISA, Mastercard, and Amex). This also includes Apple Pay. The phlebotomists at the collection location cannot accept cash payments.
Are the results of a GHB blood test shareable with my doctor?
The results of Labplusarts can be shared with your general practitioner at your request. However, you can also easily arrange this yourself by downloading the result in PDF format. Because we use comparable test methods as the general practitioner, the results are interchangeable and comparable so that comparisons can be made well.
