A 35-year-old member asked:
I wear a morphine patch due to a neck injury. is it possible to have a positive urine screen by wearing the patch?
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Dr. David Benglisanswered
Neurosurgery 17 years experience
Morphine patch: You absolutely will test positive, but as long as you have a prescription and proof it shouldn't be an issue.
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Dr. Mathew Sorensenanswered
Urology 22 years experience
Certainly!: Absolutely. The urine toxicology test will pick up morphine like medications regardless of why/how you take them.
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A 40-year-old member asked:
I wear a morphine patch due to a neck injury. Will I have a positive urine screen by wearing the patch?
2 doctor answers • 7 doctors weighed in
Dr. James Cainanswered
Nephrology and Dialysis 36 years experience
Yes: This morphine will cause a positive drug screen.
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