Buprenorphine Screen and Confirmation
This page explains the buprenorphine screen and confirmation, what it measures, and how to arrange it. A buprenorphine screen and confirmation checks for buprenorphine, a prescription medicine used to treat opioid use disorder and some types of pain. It is ordered when a healthcare provider needs to know whether the drug is present, often to support safe prescribing, treatment monitoring, or workplace or legal testing.
- Sample type
- blood
- Category
- Drug & Urine Screening
- Turnaround
- 1-3 business days
- Price
- $178
- Referral
- Not required
A buprenorphine screen and confirmation checks for buprenorphine, a prescription medicine used to treat opioid use disorder and some types of pain. It is ordered when a healthcare provider needs to know whether the drug is present, often to support safe prescribing, treatment monitoring, or workplace or legal testing.
What it measures
- Buprenorphine — The parent drug; shows recent use.
- Norbuprenorphine — A breakdown product of buprenorphine; helps confirm real use rather than exposure to a related substance.
- Screen result — A quick first pass that flags whether the drug may be present.
- Confirmation result — A more specific second test that identifies the substance.
Who it is for
Providers order this test for people in medication-assisted treatment, patients being monitored for opioid therapy, or during employment, legal, or sports-related drug testing.
Preparation
No fasting or special preparation is usually needed. Tell the collector about all medicines and supplements you take, since some can affect the result.
Results and what they mean
Results are reported as negative or positive, with confirmation giving a more definite answer than the screen alone. A clinician interprets results alongside your history and medicines. This is general information, not medical advice; discuss your results with a qualified healthcare professional.
How to order this test
- Choose the test and place a confidential order online.
- Select a certified collection site and pick a time that suits you.
- Have your specimen collected — most draws take only a few minutes.
- Review results in a secure portal, typically within 1–3 days.
Preparation, hours, and pricing vary by site; confirm details directly with the lab before your visit.
Availability by state
Direct-access online ordering for the buprenorphine screen and confirmation is available in most states. It is currently unavailable in 6 states:
Everywhere else you can order confidentially and collect your sample at a certified site. Browse by state →
Frequently asked questions
Does this test detect other opioids?
No. It targets buprenorphine and its breakdown product, not methadone, oxycodone, or other opioids.
Can my prescribed medicine cause a positive result?
Yes. If you take buprenorphine as prescribed, the test is expected to be positive. Tell the lab and your provider about your prescriptions.
How long after use can it be detected?
Detection windows vary by person, dose, and test method, so no single timeframe applies to everyone.
Is the result private?
Yes. Results are handled confidentially and shared only with those you or the ordering party authorize.