5-Panel ChildGuard Hair Exposure Test

Service Description

Ensure your child’s environment is safe with our lab-based 5-Panel ChildGuard Hair Exposure Test designed specifically for children. This non-invasive hair screen detects passive environmental exposure—not just direct use—to substances including marijuana (THC), cocaine, opiates (codeine, morphine), amphetamines/methamphetamine, and PCP in hair collected from the head or body. The test detects exposure over approximately 90 days—providing critical insight into any recent contact with drug use in the child’s surroundings. Key Features: Detects drug biomarkers indicative of passive exposure, critical for child safety evaluations Analyzes head or body hair using specialized laboratory procedures without washing away external contaminants Collection is gentle and quick—walk-ins welcome or book online at our Mesa, AZ clinic Mobile testing available in the East Valley for convenience Results in 3–5 business days, with clear, court-admissible reports and expert interpretation Essential tool for parents, child welfare cases, social workers, and legal professionals How It Works: A small hair sample (about 1.5 inches) is collected next to the scalp or from body hair The lab analyzes the hair and accompanying wash sample to differentiate ingestion from environmental contamination Reports clarify exposure levels but do not determine timing or exact exposure method—interpretation accounts for the complexities of passive exposure Results support child welfare investigations, legal proceedings, and safety planning Frequently Asked Questions What is the ChildGuard Hair Exposure Test? It detects drug residues in a child’s hair caused by contact with an environment where drugs are present, not necessarily direct use. How long does the test detect exposure? Approximately 90 days, depending on hair growth and sample length. Is the test painful or invasive? No—collection is simple, painless, and similar to a haircut. Can the test differentiate drug use vs. environmental contact? Yes, labs analyze wash samples alongside hair to identify external contamination versus ingestion, but precise exposure timing isn’t possible. Who should consider this test? Parents, child protective services, social workers, legal teams, and safety advocates evaluating child safety in drug-exposed environments. Related Services: 10-Panel Hair Follicle Drug Test ChildGuard 10-Panel Hair Exposure (Extended) Observed Drug Testing (for Adults) Hair Follicle Alcohol (ETG) Testing