| 1. What is QuikScreen and how does it work? |
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QuikScreen TM
is a self-contained urinalysis drug test that detects the presence of drug metabolites in
urine within minutes. The cup contains detection strips each designed to test a
particular drug at NIDA cut-off levels. It provides instant results using a
technology similar to that found in home pregnancy tests. Through the patented
delivery system, urine reacts with the reagents and antigens on the strip to produce a
colormetric reading indicating either positive or negative test results. Click to see a demonstration. |
| 2. How does QuikScreen compare to the other cups
and testing procedures? |
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The leading cups require
significant manipulation or handling of the cup in order to activate the test. You
must either tilt the cup or insert detections strips into the cup in order to initiate
contact with the specimen. During testing, these cups are not sealed which puts the
tester at greater risk of specimen exposure, accidents, tampering, and retesting.
Should the specimen deliver a positive reading, further handling of the cups or
split-samples are needed in order to prepare them for shipping to a confirmation lab.
Other urine drug-testing products, such as testing strips, require direct handling
of urine via pipettes, can take up to 45 minutes for results and also require
split-sampling.
QuikScreenTM, on the other hand,
doesn't require any steps to activate the test. Simply void urine into the cup and
wait for the results. The cup is also ready to be shipped should it be necessary to
confirm a positive reading. It's a simpler, safer, and saner approach to drug
testing.
For a side by side comparison of QuikScreenTM
against the leading cups, please see our comparison chart.
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| 3. Is it as accurate as GC/MS? |
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Like other onsite test products,
QuikScreenTM is a qualitative test -- it only determines the
presence of drugs at detection limits comparable to NIDA cut-off limits used for DOT
testing. GC/MS, which costs more, quantifies the concentration of drugs in the
sample. Given the purposes of most drug testing (pre-employment, post-accident,
random) is to detect the presence of drug use and not determine the amounts ingested,
QuikScreenTM satisfies the needs of most drug screening. |
| 4. What clinical tests were done and what
were the results? |
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Please refer to our technical report for additional information. |
| 5. Now that I have the test results what should I
do? |
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Please refer to our Educational Links for additional information. This page
has an assortment of highly beneficial links that can answer any of your questions. |
| 6. How can my business benefit from QuikScreen 5? |
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QuikScreenTM
is ideal for businesses that conduct pre-employment, random, and/or post-accident
drug-testing. Because of its ability to deliver instant results, QuikScreenTM
allows your new employees to begin work immediately. (Compare that to waiting 24 -
72 hours for laboratory drug testing.) It also allows you to proceed both timely and
knowledgeably during post-accident investigations. This is especially true for those
companies conducting remote site testing.
Not only does QuikScreenTM allow you
to be more productive, but it also saves you money. While the average test can cost
upwards of $35.00, QuikScreenTM is about half the cost. Those who
conduct a lot of drug tests and order in greater quantities, realize even greater savings
through generous volume discounts. Furthermore, businesses can receive premium
discounts up to 15% on their worker's compensation coverage with the implementation of a
drug-testing program. Many states also reduce employers' liability in accidents
determined to be caused by drug impairment.
Below are some concrete ways QuikScreenTM
can benefit YOU:
- If you collect samples and forward them to a laboratory:
By collecting your samples in the QuikScreenTM cup and
sending only the positive samples to the lab, you'll save on shipping and handling
charges. Plus, you have the results in minutes instead of days.
- If you contract pre-employment drug testing to a lab or
clinic: By using QuikScreenTM onsite, you'll eliminate
employees' travel time to and from the lab and get the results in minutes so employees
begin working immediately.
- If you currently use another drug test product: Because
QuikScreenTM is simpler to use, you'll save on time spent on
training and performing those extra steps. Who needs them when you have QuikScreenTM?
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| 7. How long does it take for QuikScreen to expire? |
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The shelf life for
QuikScreen is approximately 18 months, which is printed on
the lower right side of each package.
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| 8. If I ordered or received the wrong item can I
exchange it? |
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Contact us to
obtain a RETURN AUTHORIZATION NUMBER before the merchandise is returned. The RA# must be clearly written on the
outside of the returned package as well as on the original invoice. Only returns with a
valid RA# will be accepted.
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| 9. I have another question not listed. |
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Feel
free to email us any comments or questions you may have about our company.
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