What are 5 Panel Drug Tests

5 panel drug tests are just like other types of panel drug tests. The only difference between a 5 panel and any other number is that this test would have just five different drugs prepared to be screened for. The list of drugs can vary but the most common list used for a 5 panel drug test is as follows:

Amphetamines (Ex: Crystal Meth)
THC (Ex: Marijuana)
Cocaine (as well as crack)
Opiates (Ex: oxycodone)
PCP (Ex: Phencyclidine)

10 panel drug tests are also rather popular as well but 5 panel drug tests are used quite often. There are different features which make each test preferred over the other one. This particular type of test is very strong at discovering various drugs (as well as drug metabolites) all in a single screening of a urine sample.

The main down fall that most different types of panel drug tests have is the misleading positive results that can occur. A drug purchased legally (over the counter) can actually cause a person to test positive. This will bring in to question the reliability and accuracy of these panel drug tests. To find out exactly what drug triggered a positive result, a hair follicle test would be more suitable.