{"product_id":"nail-collection","title":"Nail Collection","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"247\" data-end=\"550\"\u003eNail collection testing is a non-invasive specimen collection method that analyzes fingernails or toenails to detect long-term substance exposure. Like hair testing, nail testing offers an extended detection window, making it a reliable option when short-term testing methods are not sufficient.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"552\" data-end=\"755\"\u003eAt EK-DNA LLC, nail specimens are collected by a trained, AABB-certified collector using strict chain-of-custody procedures to maintain specimen integrity and, when required, legal defensibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"757\" data-end=\"760\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"762\" data-end=\"802\"\u003eHow the Nail Collection Process Works\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"804\" data-end=\"879\"\u003eThe nail collection process is professional, discreet, and straightforward:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col data-start=\"881\" data-end=\"1458\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"881\" data-end=\"969\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"884\" data-end=\"969\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"884\" data-end=\"909\"\u003eIdentity Verification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"909\" data-end=\"912\"\u003eClient identification is verified prior to collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"971\" data-end=\"1132\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"974\" data-end=\"1132\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"974\" data-end=\"997\"\u003eSpecimen Collection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"997\" data-end=\"1000\"\u003eFingernail or toenail clippings are collected using sterile tools. A sufficient quantity is obtained per laboratory requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1134\" data-end=\"1250\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1137\" data-end=\"1250\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1137\" data-end=\"1156\"\u003eSecure Handling\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1156\" data-end=\"1159\"\u003eThe specimen is sealed, labeled, and documented according to chain-of-custody standards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1252\" data-end=\"1347\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1255\" data-end=\"1347\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1255\" data-end=\"1280\"\u003eLaboratory Submission\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1280\" data-end=\"1283\"\u003eThe sample is shipped to a certified laboratory for analysis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1349\" data-end=\"1458\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1352\" data-end=\"1458\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1352\" data-end=\"1373\"\u003eResults Reporting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1373\" data-end=\"1376\"\u003eResults are issued based on the selected panel and intended purpose of testing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1460\" data-end=\"1573\"\u003eNail testing does \u003cstrong data-start=\"1478\" data-end=\"1485\"\u003enot\u003c\/strong\u003e require restroom use and is ideal for clients who cannot provide urine or hair samples.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1575\" data-end=\"1578\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1580\" data-end=\"1623\"\u003eWhat Can Nail Collection Testing Detect?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1625\" data-end=\"1791\"\u003eNail testing detects substance exposure over a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1672\" data-end=\"1697\"\u003elonger period of time\u003c\/strong\u003e than urine or oral fluid testing. Depending on the panel selected, nail testing may identify:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1793\" data-end=\"1908\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1793\" data-end=\"1811\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1795\" data-end=\"1811\"\u003eDrugs of abuse\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1812\" data-end=\"1844\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1814\" data-end=\"1844\"\u003eLong-term substance exposure\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1845\" data-end=\"1879\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1847\" data-end=\"1879\"\u003ePrescription medication misuse\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1880\" data-end=\"1908\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1882\" data-end=\"1908\"\u003ePatterns of repeated use\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1910\" data-end=\"2023\"\u003eDetection windows may extend \u003cstrong data-start=\"1939\" data-end=\"1957\"\u003eseveral months\u003c\/strong\u003e, depending on growth rate, test type, and laboratory methodology.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2025\" data-end=\"2028\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"2030\" data-end=\"2063\"\u003eNail Collection Testing Panels\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2065\" data-end=\"2133\"\u003eEK-DNA provides access to a range of nail testing panels, including:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2135\" data-end=\"2250\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2135\" data-end=\"2160\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2137\" data-end=\"2160\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2137\" data-end=\"2158\"\u003e5-Panel Nail Test\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2161\" data-end=\"2186\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2163\" data-end=\"2186\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2163\" data-end=\"2184\"\u003e7-Panel Nail Test\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2187\" data-end=\"2213\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2189\" data-end=\"2213\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2189\" data-end=\"2211\"\u003e10-Panel Nail Test\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2214\" data-end=\"2250\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2216\" data-end=\"2250\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2216\" data-end=\"2250\"\u003eExpanded or Custom Nail Panels\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2252\" data-end=\"2312\"\u003ePanel availability varies by laboratory and testing purpose.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2314\" data-end=\"2317\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"2319\" data-end=\"2353\"\u003eSpecialty Nail Collection Tests\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2355\" data-end=\"2425\"\u003eNail collection may be utilized for specialized testing needs such as:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2427\" data-end=\"2676\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2427\" data-end=\"2463\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2429\" data-end=\"2463\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2429\" data-end=\"2463\"\u003eCourt-ordered or legal testing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2464\" data-end=\"2502\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2466\" data-end=\"2502\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2466\" data-end=\"2502\"\u003eProbation or monitoring programs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2503\" data-end=\"2548\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2505\" data-end=\"2548\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2505\" data-end=\"2548\"\u003eWorkplace or employer-requested testing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2549\" data-end=\"2586\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2551\" data-end=\"2586\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2551\" data-end=\"2586\"\u003eSubstance history documentation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2587\" data-end=\"2629\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2589\" data-end=\"2629\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2589\" 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