Who may request copies of lab results from a drug screen?

• A. Only the DSPS or the participant
• B. The laboratory staff
• C. The employer
• D. The client’s attorney

Answer: (A)

Access to drug screen results is protected by confidentiality rules, so the person tested has the right to see or obtain a copy of their own results. The licensing body, DSPS, can request copies when they are reviewing licensure, investigating concerns, or enforcing regulations. Other parties, like an employer or a client’s attorney, typically cannot obtain the results without the individual's written consent or a court-ordered mandate. The lab itself holds the records but does not independently release them to third parties without proper authorization. If the person signs a release, others may receive the results; otherwise, access remains limited to the individual and the regulatory body.