URINE FOR OPIATES

Opiates are substances that act on opioid receptors to produce morphine like effects. This group includes Codeine, Hydrocodone, Hydromorphone, Heroin etc. Medically they are used as pain killers and for suppressing diarrhea & cough. However, there is a chance of drug dependence, misuse, abuse & addiction. Symptoms of abuse include shallow breathing, confusion, reduced alertness, anxiety & coma. This test confirms the presence of certain opiates & detects the exact level in urine sample.