What types of drug testing kits are available?

Drug testing kits are available in urine, oral fluid (saliva), hair follicle, and sweat patch formats. Urine tests are the most common for workplace screening, while oral fluid tests reduce tampering risk. Hair tests detect long-term drug use, and sweat patches monitor drug exposure over time.

What is a CLIA waived drug test?

A CLIA waived drug test is approved for use in non-laboratory settings because it is simple to perform and has a low risk of error. Many rapid drug test kits are CLIA waived, allowing clinics, employers, and testing facilities to administer on-site screening without complex lab equipment.

Are rapid drug tests accurate?

Rapid drug tests provide reliable preliminary screening results within minutes. Many are FDA 510(k) cleared and designed for professional use. Positive results from rapid tests are typically confirmed through laboratory testing using GC/MS or LC/MS methods for forensic accuracy.

What drugs do multi-panel drug test kits detect?

Multi-panel drug test kits detect common drug classes such as amphetamines, cocaine, opiates, marijuana (THC), benzodiazepines, methamphetamine, PCP, and barbiturates. Panel configurations vary, allowing organizations to select tests that meet workplace or regulatory requirements.

What is the difference between rapid and lab-based drug testing?

Rapid drug testing provides immediate on-site screening results, typically within 5 to 10 minutes. Lab-based drug testing involves certified laboratory analysis and confirmatory testing, which provides legally defensible results for forensic, court-ordered, or regulated workplace programs.

Which drug test is best for workplace testing?

Urine drug tests are the most widely used for workplace and pre-employment screening because they are cost-effective and well-established. Oral fluid tests are increasingly popular due to observed collection and reduced tampering risk. The best option depends on company policy and regulatory requirements.

How long do drugs stay detectable in different test types?

Detection windows vary by specimen type. Urine tests typically detect drugs for 1 to 4 days, oral fluid tests for 1 to 48 hours, hair tests for up to 90 days, and sweat patches provide continuous monitoring for up to 14 days. Detection times depend on the substance, frequency of use, metabolism, and test sensitivity.

Are FDA 510(k) cleared drug tests required?

FDA 510(k) clearance is often required for professional and regulated use. Many employers, clinics, and government agencies require FDA-cleared or forensic-use drug test kits to meet compliance standards and ensure reliable screening results.

iScreen Oral Fluid Nicotine Test

Description

Detect Recent Nicotine Use

The iScreen® Oral Fluid Nicotine Test provides a fast, reliable way to screen for recent nicotine and tobacco use without the need for urine collection or invasive procedures. Designed for workplace wellness programs, healthcare providers, insurance screening, research studies, and tobacco cessation programs, this easy-to-use test delivers clear pass/fail results in just 10 minutes.

Using a built-in saliva collection swab, the all-in-one device simplifies specimen collection while reducing handling steps and improving user convenience.

To collect a saliva sample, the collector swabs the mouth and tongue with the collection pad until it is fully saturated. The collector then inserts the collection pad into the cap, locking it in place. Next, the collector lays the device on a horizontal surface to allow the test results to develop.

Why Choose the iScreen Oral Fluid Nicotine Test?

Fast Results: Receive easy-to-read positive or negative screening results in only 10 minutes, allowing for immediate decision-making.
Non-Invasive Sample Collection: The integrated oral fluid collection swab eliminates the need for urine collection, making the testing process more comfortable and easier to administer.
Detects Recent Nicotine Use: The test qualitatively detects cotinine—the primary metabolite of nicotine—at a cutoff concentration of 30 ng/mL, identifying nicotine use typically within the previous 1–2 days.
Laboratory Confirmation Ready: When confirmation testing is required, simply apply a tamper-evident seal and send the entire device directly to the laboratory—no specimen transfer required.
Built-In Quality Control: An integrated procedural control verifies the test has functioned correctly and that results can be interpreted with confidence.
Long Shelf-Life: Keeps a long-shelf life when stored at room temperature.

Who Uses the iScreen Cotinine Test?

The iScreen Oral Fluid Nicotine Test is ideal for:

Workplace wellness and tobacco-free hiring programs
Occupational health clinics
Healthcare providers
Insurance and life insurance screening
Smoking cessation and research programs
Educational and clinical studies

How are iScreen Nicotine Test Results Interpreted?

Negative: Both the Control (C) and Test (T) lines appear
Positive: Only the Control (C) line appears
Invalid: No Control (C) line appears (invalid test results: repeat the test using a new device)

Specs

iScreen Nicotine Test Specifications

Test medium	Oral
Test Format	Integrated Swab
Cutoff Level	30 ng/mL

FAQ

1. What metabolites does this test detect?

The iScreen Oral Fluid Nicotine Test detects cotinine, the primary metabolite produced after nicotine is consumed through cigarettes, vaping products, smokeless tobacco, nicotine pouches, cigars, and other nicotine-containing products.

2. How long after nicotine use can cotinine be detected?

At the 30 ng/mL cutoff, the test is designed to detect cotinine from nicotine use occurring approximately 1 to 2 days prior to testing.

3. How quickly are test results interpreted?

Results can be read in 10 minutes from taking the oral fluid sample.

4. Can positive results be confirmed by a laboratory?

Yes. The complete device can be sealed with a tamper-evident seal and sent to a laboratory for confirmation testing.

5. Who uses this test?

Workplace wellness and tobacco-free hiring programs
Occupational health clinics
Healthcare providers
Insurance and life insurance screening
Smoking cessation and research programs
Educational and clinical studies

Instructions for Use