Frequently Asked Questions

Which drugs can the Intelligent Fingerprinting Drug Testing Solution detect?

The Intelligent Fingerprinting Testing Solution can detect a wide range of drugs, including opiates, methamphetamine, cocaine, cannabis (THC), and more. The specific drugs detectable depend on the testing panel of your cartridge.

How does fingerprint sweat-based drug testing work?

The Intelligent Fingerprinting Drug Screening System is an on-the-spot, 10-minute test that works by analyzing fingerprint sweat to screen for recent use of drugs of abuse such as opiates, methamphetamine, cocaine and cannabis (THC).

The system consists of single-use, tamper-evident drug screening cartridges and a portable drug screening reader for analysis.

The cartridge uses lateral flow assay technology and fluorescence-labeled antibodies to selectively detect specific drugs or their metabolites in sweat collected from the fingertips. The portable reader is a highly sensitive, robust, and effective fluorescence measurement instrument used to read the cartridge, providing a negative or non-negative screening test result for each drug within minutes.

How long do drugs remain detectable in sweat?

The detection window for drugs in sweat can vary depending on factors such as the drug’s half-life, the individual’s metabolism, and the specific testing method. Our system tests for “fitness for duty” on the day and has a detection window of 16-24 hours.