Latest Drug Test Price for Employment Clearance

Drug testing may be required for job application. Know more about the latest test rates for your pre-employment medical exam.

Cost

The price of drug test in the Philippines is from Php 250 and up in most hospitals and diagnostic centers.

See: Lab Test Prices in Clinics

However, each hospital may charge differently especially among government and private hospitals.

List of Hospitals Prices

• Baguio General Hospital: ₱250
• Basilan General Hospital: ₱250
• Myhealth PEME: ₱1,300

The test can be a part of pre-employment screening package which may be cheaper if you include it in some other tests. Some hospitals can provide package rates for convenience.

The department of health has a list of testing centers accredited by the agency. You may take a look at the list and see which one is near your location.

Cheap Test

Most clinics and diagnostic centers can offer low prices starting at Php 250. However, you can still find a cheap drug test in public hospitals starting at ₱150.

Types of Test and Price

• Urine test price may range from Php 50 to Php 680.
• Hair Testing price may reach as much as Php 15,000
• Blood test may start at Php 350 in most diagnostic clinics
• Saliva test is a cheaper form of the test where you may find a price rate as low as Php 15
• Sweat Testing price may range from Php 50 and up

See: Pre Employment Package Prices

As mentioned, the price will depend on the mode of sample collection and the actual rates of the facility or clinic.

Purpose

Some government institutions or even job application may require drug test results. In this case, you can easily have it in a clinic or hospital near you. You may bring the results when you are about to apply for a job.

There are also diagnostic centers and clinics that provide drug testing services. The price rates may vary depending on where you will have the test. For the most part, the average price of the test in diagnostic centers can range from Php 250 to Php 450 or more.

Rapid Test at Home Kit

While there are available rapid test kits, it is still a good idea to secure a result from accredited centers. This will provide better results and actual interpretation.

Release of Results

Usually, the results of are available in a few days. However, some clinics may provide you the test results within the same day of the test. Ask about the details on when you can get the test documents.

Discounts and Promo Package

Note that some clinic may offer you packages for testing. The test may be included in these packages together with pre-employment requirements, screening and for other purposes.

Usage

Some companies may require the test results for hiring purposes. Sometimes, it may also be useful in terms of travel documentation or even driving vehicles. Always ensure that you have the updated results.

References: ClevelandClinic