Laboratory Services

Matrix Diagnostics Ltd provides clients with accurate test results and fast turnaround times. We have many years experience in laboratory analysis, testing samples of urine, hair and oral fluid for the presence of drugs and alcohol. We are proud of our rapid turnaround times that are unequalled. This fact, combined with the accuracy of our testing and analysis, makes us a market leader in this sector. Our reports are issued within 24 hours from receipt at the laboratory for oral fluid and urine samples and 72 hours for hair samples.

The Matrix laboratory utilises the latest immunoassay and liquid chromatography-mass spectrometry/mass spectrometry (LC-MS/MS) technology amongst other sophisticated analysis techniques. These methods detect a wide range of compounds, including: 6-MAM (mono-acetyl morphine), Amphetamine, Benzodiazepines, Buprenorphine, Cannabinoids (THC), Cocaine, Fentanyl, Gabapentin, Ketamine, Mephedrone (MCAT), Methadone, Methamphetamine, Methcathinone, Opiates, Phencyclidine, Pregabalin and Propoxyphene.

M-Lab is our dedicated customer portal that allows our clients to monitor the progress of their tests. Test results can also be viewed via the portal. This service also provides an ordering facility for supplies tailored to the needs of each individual customer. In addition to the M-Lab service we have experienced scientists on hand to provide telephone support for our clients. We also have a team of fully qualified field-based drug testing specialists that visit and advise customers on their testing regime.

For more information please complete the form below

Click on the links below to find out more about our services:

If a longer detection window is required than is possible with oral fluid testing, urine testing is the next method to be considered.

The Matrix Diagnostics Ltd Laboratory has validated methods that are accredited by UKAS to ISO/IEC 17025:2017 (accreditation number: 8771) and can carry out a number of different tests on urine samples producing a result by the next day. The testing procedure involves the use of both immunoassay screening and liquid chromatography-mass spectrometry-mass spectrometry (LCMSMS) confirmation testing.

The confirmations from these tests are legally defensible and we can supply test kits that have full ‘chain of custody’. The kits are simple to use and we provide full training.
Oral fluid testing is a user-friendly way of obtaining a sample because it is non-invasive. It is therefore easier for the person being tested and for the person administering the test.

The testing of oral fluid can detect most substances up to 48-hours after ingestion.

The Intercept i2he device is our preferred method of sample collection. It is designed specifically to work in tandem with our in-house laboratory systems and it has been proven to provide more accurate results than any comparable device. A blue indicator informs the collector when the required amount of fluid has been obtained for analysis. The device is simple to use, quick and a very efficient method of sampling. The mouth swab does not contain any animal derived constituents.
Hair testing is ideal when a longer period of detection is required. This type of testing is widely used in the legal sector.

The benefits of opting for hair testing include the fact that a substance will remain detectable in a sample for a considerable time after the hair has been removed from the head. This fact makes a historical case of drug use easier to establish. In addition, as the collection is non-invasive it is difficult to adulterate a sample.

Matrix Diagnostics laboratory provides clients with a service to test for a wide range of substances detectable in hair samples. Our rapid turn-around service tests for the following drugs: Amphetamine, Benzodiazepines, Cannabis (THC), Cocaine, Mephedrone, Methadone, Methamphetamine (including MDMA & MDEA), Opiates and Tramadol.

Ethyl glucuronide (EtG) and fatty acid ethyl esters (FAEE) are used to detect alcohol abuse/prove abstinence. We also provide testing for a wide panel of NPS (new psychoactive substances) and a full hair steroids panel.

Customers, can if they wish, use our collectors to obtain samples. We can alternatively supply the necessary kits to facilitate the rapid dispatch to our laboratory, immediately following the collection.

The Latest from our Blog…

Check out our blog for all of the latest news, events and updates from Medigold Health.

Managing the current UK flu increase and supporting business continuity

Dr Sam Valanejad, Chief Medical Officer – Commercial Sam is Chief Medical Officer – Commercial at Medigold Health and a Consultant Specialist in Occupational Medicine. He leads the development of innovative, evidence-based clinical services, including programmes that help employers protect their workforce from seasonal health risks such as flu. The[...]
Read More
Introducing our new Protect Microsite: Making occupational health simpler, smarter and more accessible for growing businesses

If you’ve ever tried to arrange occupational health support as a smaller business, you’ll know it isn’t always straightforward. Costs can vary significantly, processes can be confusing and it’s not always obvious what you’re actually paying for. That’s exactly why we created Protect back in 2020 – to give smaller organisations a simple, accessible and cost-effective way to look after their people. Since then, Protect has grown alongside the businesses it supports. What started as a[...]
Read More
Breaking barriers: How we can close the disability employment gap

This guest article is written by Kath Wood, Medigold’s Lead Disability Training and Consultancy Specialist. Every year, from 20th November to 20th December, the UK marks Disability History Month (UKDHM) – a time to reflect on the history, rights and experiences of disabled people. It’s also a chance to ask[...]
Read More