Expanding Advanced Oral Fluid Drug Testing at Nebraska Peace of Mind
At Nebraska Peace of Mind Behavioral Health, we are always evaluating tools that strengthen patient safety, improve clinical clarity, and support responsible prescribing.
Over the next 30 days, we will be introducing expanded oral fluid toxicology testing through Aegis Sciences Corporation to include Novel Psychoactive Substances (NPS).
This expansion enhances our ability to detect emerging and potentially dangerous substances that are not always identified through routine testing methods.
Why This Matters
Novel Psychoactive Substances are synthetic or designer compounds created to mimic prescription or illicit drugs while attempting to avoid regulation. These may include:
• Designer opioids
• Designer benzodiazepines
• Synthetic cannabinoids
• Synthetic stimulants
• Hallucinogens
• Dissociatives
Because these substances are constantly evolving, traditional testing panels may not detect them. Adding NPS testing strengthens our ability to identify safety risks early and adjust treatment appropriately.
Why Oral Fluid Testing?
While urine testing has long been used in compliance monitoring, oral fluid testing offers several important clinical advantages:
• Non-invasive and easy collection
• Reduced risk of tampering or adulteration
• Detection of parent drug, which can simplify interpretation
• Useful in cases of impaired or altered metabolism
Oral fluid testing is particularly helpful in behavioral health and medication management settings where clarity and timeliness matter.
What This Means for Patients
This update reflects our commitment to:
• Safe prescribing practices
• Responsible medication management
• Early detection of potentially life-threatening substances
• Protecting our patients, families, and community
The addition of NPS testing gives our providers greater flexibility and stronger clinical insight when monitoring treatment response and medication adherence.
About Aegis Sciences Corporation
Aegis Sciences Corporation is a nationally recognized laboratory sciences company based in Nashville, Tennessee. Since 1990, Aegis has provided science-driven testing and consulting services to healthcare providers, pharmaceutical companies, athletic organizations, corporations, and government agencies across the United States.
Their expanded oral fluid testing menu includes over 90 of the most frequently identified novel psychoactive substances, making it one of the most comprehensive offerings available today.
Our Commitment
At Nebraska Peace of Mind, innovation is not about adding complexity. It is about improving care.
As we continue expanding services including advanced medication management and specialty treatments, this testing enhancement supports our mission to deliver high-quality, evidence-based behavioral healthcare with safety at the forefront.
If you have questions about how oral fluid testing works or what this means for your care, our team is happy to walk you through the process.