Improving urine drug testing for opioid use disorder treatment.
Establishing an Evidence Base to Increase the Utility of Urine Drug Testing in Opioid Use Disorder Treatment.
['FUNDING_R01'] · JOHNS HOPKINS UNIVERSITY · NIH-11116859
This study is looking at how urine drug testing is used in treating people with opioid use disorder to find better ways to help them get the care they need.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_R01'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | JOHNS HOPKINS UNIVERSITY (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (BALTIMORE, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-11116859 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research aims to enhance the effectiveness of urine drug testing (UDT) in the treatment of opioid use disorder (OUD). It will analyze how UDT is currently used across different patients and healthcare providers, identifying variations and inconsistencies in testing practices. By examining a large national database, the study will explore factors that influence UDT application and its impact on patient care. The goal is to develop evidence-based guidelines that can improve treatment outcomes for individuals with OUD.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals diagnosed with opioid use disorder who are undergoing treatment.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have opioid use disorder or are not receiving treatment for it may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective and personalized treatment strategies for patients with opioid use disorder.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that improving testing protocols can enhance treatment outcomes in addiction care, suggesting potential success for this approach.
Where this research is happening
BALTIMORE, UNITED STATES
- JOHNS HOPKINS UNIVERSITY — BALTIMORE, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: KENNEDY HENDRICKS, ALENE — JOHNS HOPKINS UNIVERSITY
- Study coordinator: KENNEDY HENDRICKS, ALENE
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.
Conditions: addictive disorder