Comprehensive Guide to Using 1-Panel Dip Cards for Accurate Drug Detection

Ron Kilgarlin

November 21, 2024

Introduction

1-Panel Dip Card plays an important role in drug testing the employees. Drug testing in work places has become necessary to safeguard the concern and people. Hence 1-Panel Dip Card is very helpful in screening for one particular illicit drug or alcohol.

1-Panel Dip Card has a high sensitivity and very accurate in detecting the abused drug. The results are very quick and instant and the 1-Panel Dip Card is very easy to use. Apart from that the dip card is very light and portable and also cost friendly. Moreover the dip card has a long shelf life and very much suitable for home use.

Let us discuss in detail the features of 1-Panel Dip Card, the procedure in administering the dip card, the benefits of the dip card and the simplest way to order high quality dip cards.

What are 1-Panel Dip Cards?

1-Panel Dip Card means the dip card is capable of detecting only one drug or abused substance. It is also called as Single Panel testing since it is very accurate and specific in screening for one illicit drug. Hence the procedure and analysing the result is very simple, clear and without confusion. The time taken to conduct the test is also very less and the device is very simple and does not require any associated instrument to detect the drug.

1-Panel Dip Card is very much useful in identifying glucose, haemoglobin, ketones, nitrates and protein in the urine specimen. Thereby it is used to diagnose health complications and various diseases by medical professionals also.

How 1-Panel Dip Cards Work

Generally in a 1-Panel Dip Card when a fresh sample of urine is applied over a dip stick it reacts with the chemicals smeared over the dip stick and changes colour. By analysing the colour change the inference is made.

Procedure for using 1-Panel Dip Card:

Before collecting the urine specimen the hands should be washed clean and dried or hand gloves can be used. Then the urine is collected in the specimen cup up to the level marked. The lid should be tightly sealed and the container should be gently shaken. Next the 1-Panel Dip Card is gently immersed inside the urine until all the squares are completely covered. After the dip card is fully saturated slowly remove it along the sides of the container. Care should be taken to see to that the urine does not drip down. 1-Panel Dip Card should be kept in horizontal position so that the chemicals do not move from one square to another.

After 2 minutes the chemicals in the urine must have finished reacting in the test squares. When the reaction is over the test squares will change the colour and it is compared with the standard colour chart to know the presence or absence of the specific drug one is testing for. After 5 minutes the results will become invalid because when the urine is exposed for a longer period of time, a False Positive may occur.

1-Panel Dip Card a colour change of green indicates the absence of Protein and blue colour denotes the presence of Protein. White colour indicates the absence of nitrite and pink shows the presence of nitrite. Likewise the change in colour will help us to detect the particular drug.

Advantages of Using 1-Panel Dip Cards

  • 1-Panel Dip Card gives a quick result within 2 minutes because it has to screen for only one specific drug. This gives a very clear result also. Hence it exhibits 99% accuracy and high reliability on the results.
  • Since 1-Panel Dip Card has one panel only it is easily used by employers, medical professionals, educational institutions, law enforcing agencies, rehabilitation centres, research facilities and shelters without any prior training or assistance. Moreover it is cost friendly and offered with a relatively low cost.
  • 1-Panel Dip Card is very small and portable and therefore easy to carry. Hence it can be used for at home drug testing and on-site testing. It saves time and travel for anyone.
  • 1-Panel Dip Card has a long shelf life and expires after years. Hence it can be stored and need not be purchased often.
  • When compared with multi-panel dip cards, the time consumed and accuracy is greater in 1-Panel Dip Card. Also analysing the results is easier and clear for 1-Panel Dip Card than multi-panel, which makes it much wanted by employers.

Top 1-Panel Dip Cards at American Screening Corporation

a. 1 Panel Fentanyl (FEN) Drug Test Dip Card

1 Panel Fentanyl (FEN) Drug Test Dip Card is used for detecting Fentanyl very precisely in the urine sample. It has a high sensitivity of 10 ng/mL and can detect Fentanyl even at very low concentrations and effectively identify the usage of potentially harmful opioid. It is very easy to use because only dip card should be immersed in urine sample and then the result is obtained within minutes.

1 Panel Fentanyl (FEN) Drug Test Dip Card can screen for even smaller amounts of opioid and hence play a crucial role in safeguarding the work place.

Special Features of 1 Panel Fentanyl (FEN) Drug Test Dip Card:

  • Gives accurate result within minutes
  • Decision making is easy and clear
  • Highly sensitive with very low cut-off level of 10 ng/mL
  • Very compact, lightweight and portable
  • User friendly with easy dipping method
  • Can be used anywhere without prior training
  • False Positive results are prevented
  • Has long shelf life

b. Single Panel Dipstick Test – BUP

The Single Panel Dipstick Test – BUP detects Buprenorphine in the urine sample very quickly. It is very simple and highly accurate. The turnaround time is just 5 minutes and it does not require any extra equipment. The method involves simply dipping the stick into urine sample and wait for the results. It uses enzyme immunoassay technique to detect BUP.

Special Features of the Single Panel Dipstick Test – BUP:

  • CLIA waived and FDA (510k) approved
  • 1 Panel dipstick with accurate results
  • Results are provided within 5 minutes
  • Simple and easy instructions to conduct the test
  • Reliable and clear results
  • Cost friendly without any accessories
  • Error involved in the result is very minimum
  • Small, lightweight and portable

c. The Kratom Drug Test Single Panel Dip Card

The Kratom Drug Test Single Panel Dip Card has a high sensitivity of 250 ng/mL and detects Kratom in the urine sample. The results are obtained within 5 minutes which are highly reliable and accurate. It gives a very clear result without doubt. It comes with step by step instructions which can be followed by anyone without the help of a medical professional. The Dip Card should be stored in cool and dry place for effective usage. At times contamination can take place to give False Positive or False Negative results. Hence care should be taken to protect the specimen without adulteration.

Special Features of Kratom Drug Test Single Panel Dip Card:

  • Very accurate detection of Kratom
  • Gives quick decision making within 5 minute
  • Does not require any special training
  • Does not require additional equipment
  • Lightweight and portable anywhere
  • User friendly with simple instructions for testing
  • Can be used at home

d. K2 Drugs Test 1 Panel Urine Dipstick

K2 Drugs Test 1 Panel Urine Dipstick is a device used to screen for the presence of synthetic cannabinoids which are also known as K2. This dip stick is very east to administer the test and also very quick in displaying the results.  The test results are very accurate and highly reliable. K2 Drugs Test 1 Panel Urine Dipstick is much sought out in work places, educational institutions and law enforcement agencies.

This very simple dip and use test is capable of screening K2 even after 72 hours of use. Since the dip stick is very light in weight it can be carried anywhere easily. But results can be affected by expired date, improper storage and careless analysis of results. Hence storage in a cool, clean and dry place and checking up the expiry dates are very much necessary.

Special Features of K2 Drugs Test 1 Panel Urine Dipstick:

  • Does not require any special training or practice
  • Very accurate and reliable results
  • Results are very quick within 5 minutes.
  • Does not require any additional equipment
  • Easily portable due to lightweight
  • Very user friendly and cost friendly
  • Can screen K2 up to 72 hours.

e. Gabapentin Drug Test 1 Panel Dip Card

The Gabapentin Drug Test 1 Panel Dip Card detects the presence of gabapentin in the urine sample. In general gabapentin is used for treating nervous disorders and seizures. But some people misuse it for recreational purposes. The detection window for the dip card is 48 hours after consumption and it is widely used in rehabilitation centres and medical facilities to screen gabapentin. The dip card is offered at a very low cost by ASC and that is a welcoming reason for employers to select the gabapentin 1 Panel dip card. Apart from that it is portable due to its small size and gives instant results. But care should be taken to store the dip card in a cool dry place to ensure effectiveness. Also the expiry date should be checked before using the dip card.

Special Features of Gabapentin Drug Test 1 Panel Dip Card:

  • Precise detection of Gabapentin without cross reactivity
  • Can detect the drug up to 48 hours
  • Very simple dip and test method
  • Quick result within 5 minutes
  • Very affordable and cost friendly
  • Lightweight and portable
  • On the spot testing is possible
  • Highly accurate and reliable results

f. EtG Alcohol Urine Test 1 Panel Dip Card

The EtG Alcohol Urine Test 1 Panel Dip Card has a sensitivity of   300ng/mL and accurately detects alcohol consumption. It can screen Ethyl Glucuronide (EtG), a metabolite of alcohol, in urine samples. It can identify even the recent usage of alcohol in a human which is a very valid reason to use the dip card in both professional use and personal use. The simple method of dipping the card in the urine sample makes it wanted by employers and also it does not require any formal training or practice. Since the results are immediate it is well used in transportation department for screening the drivers. Also in construction business the dip test is very useful in detecting alcohol consumption in workers. Moreover the alcohol dip card is widely used in law enforcement agencies for the instant result.

Special Features of EtG Alcohol Urine Test 1 Panel Dip Card:

  • High sensitivity of 300ng/mL to detect low level of alcohol
  • Longer detection window of 3 to 4 days
  • Exhibits a long shelf life
  • Very user friendly and cost friendly
  • Quick detection of alcohol within minutes
  • Easy administration of dip test without medical help
  • Easy to carry due to its less weight
  • Highly accurate and reliable results
  • Non invasive test and confidential method

All our drug test kits follow the SAMHSA Cutoff Levels.

These are screening devices only and although very accurate if you get a positive we recommend a certified lab for LC-MS/MS Confirmation. For more information dial 1-866-526-2873, or email [email protected]

Tips for Accurate Testing with 1-Panel Dip Cards

  • All the 1-Panel Dip Cards should be handled very carefully to ensure accuracy of the results. Moreover they are highly sensitive to detect even small concentrations of the drug.
  • 1-Panel Dip Cards should be handled very carefully not to undergo contamination because interference with other medications or substances can affect the results and can produce a False Positive or False Negative results.
  • To ensure accuracy and effectiveness 1-Panel Dip Cards should be stored in a cool, clean and dry place.
  • The results of 1-Panel Dip Cards are not final and any positive result should be confirmed by the laboratory tests using sophisticated techniques such as Gas Chromatography and Mass Spectrometry.
  • Proper attention should be given to check if all the1-Panel Dip Cards are in compliance with local laws and ethical guidelines as stated by the Government.
  • 1-Panel Dip Cards should be verified whether the device has expired or not before conducting the test. It is due to the reason that expired device will certainly provide wrong results.
  • The result displayed by the 1-Panel Dip Cards should be read quickly within the time frame referred in the kit. Any delayed time would give false results.

Understanding and Interpreting Results

While analysing the result care should be taken to ensure that all the lines are clearly noted and given importance. Some lines appear to be lighter or thinner than other bright lines. Still each line should be considered for analysing the results even if it is faint.

If two coloured lines appear, one in the control region and one in the testing region then the result is Negative indicating that the traces of the screened drug is absent or negligibly less.

On the other hand if only one coloured line is visible in the control region and no line in the testing region, then the result is Positive indication that the traces of drug is present in appreciable quantity. If the line in the Control region also fails to appear then the result is invalid.

If False Positive or False Negative appears, then the sample should be sent to the Laboratory and tested with sophisticated instruments for reliable and accurate result.

Conclusion

1 Panel Dip Cards are highly sensitive and they can read even small amount of drugs in the specimen. All of them are highly reliable and accurate. Since they are screening for only one drug the results are very quick. They are user friendly and very easy to administer the test and provided with simple instructions for anyone to follow. They do not require any prior training to conduct the test and also any other medical professional. Also they are designed in such a way that no additional instrument is needed. They are portable and easily carried anywhere due to their light weight.

All the 1 Panel Dip Cards by American Screening Corporation are of high quality and cost friendly. They are offered at very low rates and also provided with additional discount. We welcome you all to try and use our 1 Panel Dip Cards and experience its effectiveness and the comfort of conducting the test.

1 Panel Fentanyl Dip Card is offered at a very low price of $0.47 each along with 10% discount.

1 Panel BUP Dip Card is offered at a very low price of $0.47 each along with 10% discount.

1 Panel K22 Dip Card is offered at a very low price of $0.47 each along with 10% discount.

1 Panel Kratom Dip Card is offered at a very low price of $0.61 each along with 10% discount.

1 Panel Gabapentin Dip Card is offered at a very low price of $1.72 each along with 10% discount.

1 Panel Alcohol EtG Dip Card is offered at a very low price of $0.47 each along with 10% discount.

For bulk ordering and volume discounts please call us at (866) 526-2873 or email us at [email protected]

Visit our website and our customer care team will help you to select the drug testing needs and medical supplies as per your need and specification. Visit www.americanscreeningcorp.com for convenient ordering.