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Tests up to 18 Drugs With a Urine Cup
The point of care urine cup stands out as an easy to use and versatile method for detecting a wide range of substances, making it particularly valuable in workplace and healthcare settings. This blog will explain what the point of care urine cup test can detect and highlight three reasons why we love it.
What is the Point of Care Urine Cup Test?
The point of care urine cup test is a diagnostic tool that uses a small sample of urine to detect the presence of various substances. Known for its simplicity and quick results, this test is ideal for use in workplace settings (such as in construction and rail) and in healthcare settings (such as substance treatment centres and supported housing units).
The test contains multiple testing strips or ‘panels’ that can each detect a single substance or metabolite. These panels can include street drugs like Heroin or medications like Codeine. As such, customising the panels to the needs of your workplace or healthcare establishment provides a highly effective way to test for a wide range of specific substances.
What Can the Point of Care Urine Cup Test Detect?
At AttoSure, we provide point of care (POC) urine cups that cover a wide range of drugs of abuse. These include substances such as Amphetamines, Barbiturates, Benzodiazepines, Buprenorphine, Cocaine, Methadone, Fentanyl, Ketamine, LSD, Methamphetamines, Opiates, Oxycodone, Pregabalin, Propoxyphene, K2/Spice, Cannabis, Tramadol, and 6-MAM (Heroin-specific).
Some of our urine cups can accurately screen for the presence of Alcohol, providing a quick indicative result for workplaces with strict alcohol policies, in lieu of a breathalyser. In healthcare settings, the urine cup can detect prescription medications, or show when patients are taking drugs of abuse in combination with medications, which can lead to overdose.
Three Reasons Why We Love the Point of Care Urine Cup Test
1/ Customisable and Comprehensive
One of the primary reasons we love the point of care urine cup is its customisable nature. Clients can curate the test to detect the substances that are most relevant to their needs. This flexibility makes it an excellent choice for various settings, from workplaces with specific drug policies to healthcare providers monitoring patient compliance and drug abuse.
2/ Quick and Convenient
In both workplace and healthcare settings, time is often of the essence. The point of care urine cup test delivers results quickly, which is critical for maintaining safety without creating too much disruption to day-to-day operations. The process of collecting a urine sample is fast and straightforward, and the analysis can provide rapid results, usually in 5 to 10 minutes.
3/ Reliable and Accurate
Accuracy and reliability are paramount when it comes to substance detection. The urine cup Test is known for its high level of accuracy, which is essential for both workplace safety and effective healthcare. If a test result is a “non-negative” we recommend secondary laboratory confirmation testing to fully understand the result. Non-negatives occur when a metabolite has been observed, whether that is from substance abuse, prescribed medications, over-the-counter drugs and even poppy seeds. If a substance is not illicit (for example poppy seeds or antihistamines), a secondary laboratory confirmation will show this.
Conclusion
The POC urine cup is an invaluable tool in both workplace safety and healthcare settings. Its customisable nature, quick and convenient process, and high accuracy make it a preferred choice for detecting a wide range of substances. Whether ensuring safety on a construction site, monitoring sobriety in aviation, or supporting recovery in a rehabilitation centre, this test provides the reliability and efficiency needed in today's demanding environments.
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