Hydrocodone can typically be detected in urine for 1 to 4 days after the last dose
. However, the exact detection window can vary depending on individual factors and the type of test used
. Factors that can affect how long hydrocodone stays in your system:
- Individual metabolism Hydrocodone generally clears from the body within 18 to 24 hours, but traces may still be detectable in some areas beyond this period
- Urine drug test Hydrocodone can be detected in the urine for 2 to 4 days
. An expanded opiate panel is needed to test for hydrocodone or its metabolites, as a routine opiate panel typically detects morphine metabolites and may not test for hydrocodone
- Blood test Hydrocodone is metabolized quickly from the blood and is typically present for 3.4–8.8 hours
- Hair test A hair sample can detect hydrocodone use within the past 90 days
- Saliva test Hydrocodone can be detected in saliva up to 2 days after the last use
