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Hi, my boyfriend tested positive for oxazepam but has never taken it in his life. could a sleep aid or even tramodol be a reason for a false positive?

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Dr. Paul Pyles answered

Specializes in Addiction Medicine

False positives : Are very common when it comes to drug screening. Gas chromatography and mass spectrometry, however, don't lie. Ask to have the sample sent for definitive testing.

Dr Altman agreed

Answered 5/3/2015

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A member asked:

Hi, my boyfriend tested positive for oxazepam but has never taken it in his life. could a sleep aid or even tramodol be a reason for a false positive?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Paul Pyles answered

Dr Altman agreed

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