About us
Values, experience, certifications, and employment opportunities at National Labs.
Our values, experience, certifications, and employment opportunities.
Values, experience, certifications, and employment opportunities at National Labs.
Values, experience, certifications, and employment opportunities at National Labs.
Values, experience, certifications, and employment opportunities at National Labs.
Values, experience, certifications, and employment opportunities at National Labs.
Our values, experience, certifications, and employment opportunities.
Methodology
Patented methodology and experienced-enhanced industry best practices for optimal precision,
accuracy, and rapid throughput.
Methodology
Patented methodology and experienced-enhanced industry best practices for optimal precision,
accuracy, and rapid throughput.
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COVID-19
Accurate testing results within a timely manner to support a safe workplace and community
COVID-19
Accurate testing results within a timely manner to support a safe workplace and community
COVID-19
Accurate testing results within a timely manner to support a safe workplace and community
COVID-19
Accurate testing results within a timely manner to support a safe workplace and community
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration: www.samhsa.gov/
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The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) is the agency within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services that leads public health efforts to advance the behavioral health of the nation. SAMHSA’s mission is to reduce the impact of substance abuse and mental illness on America’s communities.
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American Chronic Pain Association: www.theacpa.org
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The ACPA believes that people with chronic pain benefit from being well informed about their medications. This knowledge may relieve the fears that can interfere with receiving maximum benefits from medications. This supplement is not meant to serve as medical advice for your condition or regarding your medication needs. Remember that the best source of information about your health and medication needs is from an open dialogue with your treating doctor.
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration: www.samhsa.gov/
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The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) is the agency within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services that leads public health efforts to advance the behavioral health of the nation. SAMHSA’s mission is to reduce the impact of substance abuse and mental illness on America’s communities.
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American Chronic Pain Association: www.theacpa.org
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The ACPA believes that people with chronic pain benefit from being well informed about their medications. This knowledge may relieve the fears that can interfere with receiving maximum benefits from medications. This supplement is not meant to serve as medical advice for your condition or regarding your medication needs. Remember that the best source of information about your health and medication needs is from an open dialogue with your treating doctor.
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Subhead about goes here and here about services here more.
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration: www.samhsa.gov/
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The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) is the agency within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services that leads public health efforts to advance the behavioral health of the nation. SAMHSA’s mission is to reduce the impact of substance abuse and mental illness on America’s communities.
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American Chronic Pain Association: www.theacpa.org
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The ACPA believes that people with chronic pain benefit from being well informed about their medications. This knowledge may relieve the fears that can interfere with receiving maximum benefits from medications. This supplement is not meant to serve as medical advice for your condition or regarding your medication needs. Remember that the best source of information about your health and medication needs is from an open dialogue with your treating doctor.
Testing Capabilities
Understand options to customize your testing regimen
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COVID-19
Accurate testing results within a timely manner to support a safe workplace and community
Ensuring the health and safety of your patients, employees and community at large requires a complete and robust solution for fast COVID-19 screening.
To aid in the effort to combat the on-going COVID-19 pandemic, National Labs offers a full-service package that includes both front-end specimen collection as well as back-end testing support, all by a state-of-the-art lab using the most current technology and methods.
Partnering with counties, public health departments, hospitals, clinics, businesses, schools, and long term care facilities, we use the RT-PCR testing method under EUA (emergency use authorization) based on anterior nares, nasopharyngeal and saliva specimen types. We also look at 3 genetic markers, instead of just 2, which can capture known COVID variants while eliminating concern over false negatives.
National Labs COVID-19 testing services feature:
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Average TAT of <24 hours post specimen receipt
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Full service, onsite facility testing and specimen collection
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RT-PCR testing methodology
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EUA (emergency use authorization) testing validation
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Anterior nares, nasopharyngeal and saliva specimen types
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Automated specimen processing
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Acceptance of all insurance providers with no cost to patients
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Competitive contract pricing
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Results reporting via electronic web portal with customized results summary and EMR integration available
Early Intervention Can Save a Life
SpotCheck Plus: A breakthrough in behavioral health and alcohol testing—
only from National Labs
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The data you need for early intervention—
right at your fingertips.
Imagine detecting alcohol use, substance abuse, and medication adherence with a simple fingerstick—no needles, no vials, just quick, reliable results. SpotCheck Plus is revolutionizing behavioral health testing as the first all-in-one dried blood spot (DBS) solution, combining PEth and toxicology testing in a single, easy-to-use kit.
A Simple Test, A Life-Changing Impact
Early intervention is critical. Delays in test results or complex collection methods can lead to missed opportunities for prevention. SpotCheck Plus eliminates these barriers with a fast, painless test that:
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Monitors alcohol use over the past 30 days
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Detects 65 substances, including prescription and illicit drugs
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Requires no lab visits, biohazard handling, or certified staff
Breaking Barriers for Better Outcomes
Traditional testing is slow, invasive, and complicated. SpotCheck Plus simplifies the process—ideal for clinics, remote settings, or crisis intervention centers—helping individuals stay on track and reducing costly hospital readmissions.
Key Features of SpotCheck Plus:
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Unmatched Accuracy:
SpotCheck Plus uses advanced LCMS technology to deliver precise PEth and toxicology testing in one easy kit. It allows monitoring of alcohol use patterns and tracks 65 substances—including medications and illicit drugs—with a single test.
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Ease of Use:
Collect samples almost anywhere with a simple finger stick—no labs, complex procedures, or certified staff required.​ See how easy it is, here.
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Rapid Results:
Streamlined workflows and automated processing help providers detect risky behaviors sooner, facilitating timely intervention to prevent relapse.
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Scalable & Accessible:
SpotCheck Plus is a cost-effective solution suitable for both large county programs and smaller clinics, offering industry-leading technology and accuracy to facilities of all sizes.
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Advanced Alcohol Testing: The Significance of PEth
SpotCheck Plus utilizes PEth (Phosphatidylethanol) testing to track alcohol consumption patterns over the past month. PEth accumulates in red blood cells after alcohol intake, providing a reliable and detailed picture of drinking behavior for up to four weeks—offering deeper insights into alcohol use beyond simple detection.
This is particularly important, as alcohol remains the most widely abused substance in the U.S., affecting 28.3 million people (10.2% of individuals aged 12 and older) as of 2025.
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A Comprehensive Overview:
SpotCheck Plus doesn’t just monitor alcohol use. It also tracks adherence to prescribed medications and detects substance abuse, offering a full picture to support informed, proactive decision-making by providers.
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Why choose SpotCheck Plus? Because it’s:​
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Less invasive – No needles, no vials, no stress
Simple & Fast – Quick finger prick, easy transport,
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Observable collection for reliable results
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Phosphatidylethanol 16:0/18:1 (PEth) is a category of phospholipids that form on the surface of an individual’s red blood cells following alcohol consumption. While PEth levels will start to rise after a single drinking episode, the accumulation of PEth, identified through LCMS, helps characterize past drinking behaviors and patterns. The PEth result will fall into one of four general ranges for clinical consideration and interpretation.
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<10 ng/ml | No Consumption
Indicates abstinence from alcohol.
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10-20 ng/ml | Light or Limited Consumption
Indicates minimal alcohol consumption or limited occasional social drinking up to four weeks before specimen collection.
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20-200 ng/ml | Significant Consumption
Indicates a moderate level of alcohol consumption up to four weeks before specimen collection.
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>200 ng/ml | Heavy Consumption
Indicates excessive alcohol consumption up to four weeks before specimen collection.
Research shows that PEth’s highly sensitive nature is unaffected by incidental alcohol exposures, such as those from mouthwash or sanitizers. National Labs has carefully developed and validated specific thresholds in our method to minimize false positives and provide the most clinically useful information possible.
Learn more about PEth in our Resources
The Complete Picture
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Ensure adherence to essential medications and detect substance abuse to enhance patient accountability and prevent crises. The National Labs panel includes common mental health prescriptions and frequently abused substances, providing vital data for informed patient care.
Watch this short demonstratio SpotCheck Plus on how easy
Take your patient care to the next level,
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PEth Resources
National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism | Drinking Levels Defined
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Wiley Online Library | The PEth Blood Test in the Security Environment: What it is; Why it is Important; and Interpretative Guidelines
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National Library of Medicine | Phosphatidylethanol in Blood as a Marker of Chronic Alcohol Use: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
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Springer Link | Measurement of the alcohol biomarker phosphatidylethanol (PEth) in dried blood spots and venous blood—the importance of inhibition of post-sampling formation from ethanol
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Science Direct | Phosphatidylethanol Homologs in Blood as Biomarkers for the Time Frame and Amount of Recent Alcohol Consumption​
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National Library of Medicine | Phosphatidylethanol (PEth) detects moderate to heavy alcohol use in liver transplant recipients
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PEth (Phosphatidylethanol) as a direct biomarker for verifying abstinence of use of ethanol