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InstaCHECK®
2 Dual Panel THC/M-AMP
Drug
Test Card
(Dip Cassette Type)
Simultaneous Screening for Marijuana and Methamphetamine

For the Rapid, Visual and Simultaneous Detection of
Marijuana (THC) and/or Methamphetamine (M-AMP) Use in One Simple to Use and
Economical Test Device. Dip Screen Card Incorporates Two Test Panels for
Visual Qualitative analysis and Identification of THC and M-AMP Metabolites
present at or below concentration levels established by the NIDA, SAMHSA and
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Intended
Use
For a comprehensive
discussion on drug of abuse testing including typical detection time periods
see the DRUG
TESTING FAQ |
The
InstaCheck® 2
Panel Drug Screening Test
is
a visual, qualitative immunoassay for the rapid detection of THC (marijuana) and
Methamphetamine (including Ecstasy*) in human urine within 4 (M-AMP) to 6 (THC) minutes at an accuracy level
of 98% when used as instructed.
The cutoff concentrations for this test are THC metabolite (THCA) at 50
ng/mL and Methamphetamine at 500 ng/ml. The sensitivity
levels of this test are in conformance with the testing guidelines for this type
of immunoassay established by the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) and
the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.
*While Methamphetamine tests
will generally detect MDMA (Ecstasy), an MDMA specific
test is recommended when screening specifically for MDMA or Ecstasy use.
Summary
and Explanation of the Test
D9-Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) is generally accepted to be the principle active component in marijuana and hashish, although other Cannabinoids are likely to contribute to their physiological activity also. THC is rapidly absorbed by inhalation or by the gastrointestinal tract, and is almost completely metabolized. Its predominant metabolite, 11-Nor-D9-THC-9-carboxylic Acid, or THCA, is found in the plasma, feces and urine along with other compounds. Very low concentrations of THC may be detected in urine during the initial several hours, but THCA persists in urine at a detectable concentration for many days after smoking or other ingestion.
Methamphetamine
(M-AMP) Methamphetamine is a stimulant drug which
is quickly metabolized to the major psychoactive compound amphetamine. It is
used in pill form, or in powdered form by snorting or injecting. Crystallized
methamphetamine is inhaled by smoking and is a considerably more powerful form
of the drug. Some of the effects of methamphetamine use include: increased heart
rate, wakefulness, physical activity and decreased appetite. Methamphetamine use
can cause irreversible damage to the brain, producing strokes and convulsions,
which can lead to death. Ecstasy, a new trendy and popular drug among teenagers
is a refined and processed form of methamphetamine. The excretion half-life of
Methamphetamine metabolized in urine, estimated by different techniques, ranges
from three to five days.
Urine-based
screening tests for drugs of abuse range from complex analytical procedures to
simple immunoassay tests. The sensitivity and rapidity of the InstaCheck® 2 Panel Drug Screening Test
has made this type of immunoassay the most accepted method of preliminary
screening for drugs of abuse in urine.
Principles
of the Procedure
The InstaCheck® 2 Panel Drug Screening Test is
a competitive immunoassay that is used to screen for the presence of drugs of
abuse in urine. It
is a chromatographic absorbent device in which drugs or drug metabolites in a
sample compete with drug / protein conjugate immobilized on a porous membrane
for a limited number of antibody /dye conjugate binding sites.
The test device employs a unique combination of monoclonal and polyclonal
antibodies to selectively identify drugs of abuse in urine with a high degree of
confidence. In
the procedure, the absorbent end of the test device is inserted into the urine
sample. The urine is
absorbed into the device by capillary action, mixes with the antibody/dye
conjugate, and flows across the pre-coated membrane.
When sample drug levels are below the target cutoff
sensitivity of the test, antibody/dye conjugate binds to the drug/protein conjugate immobilized in the Test Region (T) of the device. This produces a colored Test Band that, regardless of intensity, indicates a negative result.
When sample drug levels are at or above the target cutoff, the free drug in the sample binds to the antibody/ dye conjugate, preventing the antibody/dye conjugate from binding to the drug/protein conjugate immobilized in the Test Region (T) of the device. This prevents the development of a distinct colored band, indicating a positive sample.
In either case, a colored Control Band is produced in the Control Region
(C). This band serves as a built-in quality control device that demonstrates
antibody recognition and reactivity as well as confirmation that the test is
complete.
REAGENTS AND MATERIALS
SUPPLIED
InstaCheck® 2
Panel Drug Screening Test card with two (2) separate test regions for
the targeted drugs, Marijuana and Methamphetamine. Each
test region contains:
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Monoclonal anti-drug antibody/colloidal gold conjugate in a protein matrix containing 0.1% sodium azide coated in the sample path.
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Drug derivative/protein conjugate immobilized as a line in the test region.
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Goat anti-mouse antibody immobilized as a line in the control region.
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Sample
transfer pipette, complete
use instructions and technical background information.
Warnings
& Precautions
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For forensic diagnostic use only.
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Urine samples have the potential to be infectious. Follow Universal Precautions for proper handling and disposal methods.
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Do not use this test device beyond the expiration date stamped on the
package.
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Do
not open the sealed test package until you are ready to
start the testing procedure.
Testing
Procedure
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Read the enclosed instruction manual completely.
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Do not open the sealed test pouch until just prior to sample testing.
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Collect a fresh urine sample in a clean container preferably glass.
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Check the expiration date and remove the test device from the sealed pouch. Do not use the test past its expiration
date.
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Remove
the protective cap from the test device to expose the absorbent wicks.
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Immerse
the wicks into the sample, making
sure that the urine level does not come in contact with the test device.
Observe sample lateral flow or migration across the test
panels (15-20 seconds).
Read results within 3 to
7 minutes after sample migration. (The two test panels will not fully develop
at the same time) Do not read result after 8 minutes. If the drug test is left standing for longer than 8 minutes, the intensity of the colored lines may change or for technical reasons, a faint line may appear that should not be interpreted.
Interpretation
of Test Results
Availability
The
InstaCheck 2
Panel THC/M-AMP Drug Screening Test card is available in packs of 3, 6, 12, 24
and 100 test packs. Each test pack comes with complete instructions and expiration dates are
in excess of one year. Tests may be stored at room temperature, no refrigeration
is required.
Description |
Packaging
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Sale Unit
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Cost
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InstaCheck 2 Panel THC/M-AMP
Test |
Individual/sealed |
3 pack |
$19.90
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6 Pack |
$35.00
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12 Pack |
$55.00
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24 Pack
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$89.00
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100 Pack |
$250.00 |
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*If the
order buttons are absent or inoperable, please use the
pricing overview page to order. |
NOTE:
This test provides only a preliminary test result.
A more specific alternative chemical method must be used in order to obtain a confirmed analytical result. Gas chromatography! mass spectrometry (GC/MS) has been established as the preferred confirmatory method by the Substance Abuse Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). Clinical consideration and professional judgment should be applied to any drug of abuse test result, particularly when preliminary positive results are indicated.
If confirmation of positive scans is required, we suggest the QuickScreen
Pro At Home kit with Laboratory Confirmation of positive results.

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