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Northern Illinois

Synopsis: Northern Illinois reported the use of 'quick tests' purchased over the counter at pharmacies, the only school which said it uses such a method. The products do not test for steroids and all positive tests are verified at a laboratory, the school said.

Documents: Click here to read source documents provided by Northern Illinois in response to The Tribune's request.


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Not Reported Not Reported in School's Response
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School Estimate / Partial Year

Northern Illinois School Profile
Institution Northern Illinois
Location: DeKalb, IL
Sports Conference Mid-American
   
Institution Reponse to Survey? Partial
   
Does it have a schoolwide drug-testing policy? Yes
Does the policy call for random drug testing? Y
Does it require suspension for first-time violations? Not Reported
   
Drug Testing Laboratory: Kishwaukee Community Hospital
Location: DeKalb, IL
Northern Illinois Testing History
  2004 2005 2006 2007
Drug Tests per Year Not Reported Not Reported Not Reported Not Reported
Positives per Year 3 8 4 5
Drug Testing Budget ($) 1,500 2,250 2,500 1,500
Northern Illinois Testing Regime
Street Drugs (marijuana, heroin)
Yes
Stimulants (methamphetamine, cocaine)
Yes
Anabolic Steroids
Not Reported
Growth Factors
Not Reported
Diuretics
Not Reported
Masking Agents
Not Reported
Other Drugs
Not Reported
 
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