Overview of Cleartest® drug tests: Which test is the right one for you?

Dear Customer,
To provide you with a clear and simple overview of the various CLEARTEST® drug tests available, I have created a comparison article. The CLEARTEST® brand offers a range of rapid tests for the detection of drugs and their metabolites, which differ in their application and the sample materials that can be tested. Here is a comparison to help you make your selection.

Important Note: All these tests are intended for professional in vitro diagnostics and provide only preliminary analytical results. A confirmatory analysis using specific clinical methods such as gas chromatography/mass spectrometry (GC/MS) or high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC) is always required, especially in the case of positive preliminary results.

Comparison Table of CLEARTEST® Drug Tests

Detailed Information on the Drug Tests

1. CLEARTEST® Multi Drug (Urine Rapid Test)

• Purpose: Chromatographic immunoassay for the simultaneous qualitative detection of multiple drugs and metabolites in human urine. Suitable only for professional in vitro diagnostics.
• Detectable Substances and Detection Limits (Examples):
  • Amphetamines (AMP1000): d-Amphetamine (1,000 ng/mL)
  • Benzodiazepines (BZO 300): Oxazepam (300 ng/mL)
  • Cocaine (COC 300): Benzoylecgonin (300 ng/mL)
  • Marijuana (THC50): 11-nor-Δ9-THC-9 COOH (50 ng/mL)
  • Methamphetamine (MET1000): D-Methamphetamine (1,000 ng/mL)
  • Methadone (MTD 300): Methadone (300 ng/mL)
  • Morphine (MOP 300): Morphine (300 ng/mL)
• Test Principle: Uses monoclonal antibodies. In the case of a positive result, no line appears in the test region (T). In the case of a negative result, lines appear in the control region (C) and the test region (T).
• Application: Apply 3 full drops of urine (approximately 75 µL) to the sample application field (S).
• Result Reading: Read after 5 minutes, do not interpret results after 10 minutes.
• Advantages: Simple and can be performed without additional aids.
• Limitations: Provides only a preliminary result; confirmation via gas chromatography/mass spectrometry (GC/MS) is necessary.

2. MULTI DIP 6 (Urine Rapid Test)

• Purpose: Rapid test for the simultaneous qualitative detection of multiple drugs and metabolites in human urine. Exclusively for professional use.
• Detectable Substances and Detection Limits: Very broad spectrum, including amphetamines, barbiturates, benzodiazepines, buprenorphine, cocaine, marijuana, methadone, methamphetamine, MDMA (Ecstasy), morphine, etc.
• Test Principle: Uses monoclonal antibodies. A colored line appears in the test region for a negative result, while no line appears for a positive result.
• Application: Dip the test cassette into the urine sample for 10-15 seconds.
• Result Reading: Read the result after 5 minutes, evaluable for up to one hour.
• Advantages: Broad detection spectrum and high correlation with GC/MS tests.
• Limitations: Provides only a preliminary result that must be confirmed by GC/MS or HPLC. False results can occur due to technical errors or contaminated samples.

3. Cleartest 6-Panel Drug Saliva Test

• Purpose: Highly precise immunochromatographic rapid test system for the qualitative detection of drugs and metabolites in human saliva. Ideal for immediate use on-site.
• Detectable Substances and Detection Limits (Examples):
  • AMP (Amphetamine): 50 ng/ml
  • MET (Methamphetamine): 50 ng/ml
  • COC (Cocaine): 20 ng/ml
  • OPI (Opiates): 40 ng/ml
  • THC (Marijuana): 25 ng/ml
• Application: Collect saliva with the collector (2-3 minutes), insert collector into test cassette, wait 3 minutes, then evaluate visually.
• Result Reading: Results available after 5 minutes, evaluation within 5-10 minutes.
• Advantages: Non-invasive, quick, and user-friendly sample collection.
• Limitations: Serves as an initial screening test and does not replace lab-based analysis.

4. Cleartest Drug Test Hair

• Purpose: Rapid test for the qualitative detection of drugs and metabolites in human hair. Particularly suitable for long-term detection.
• Detectable Substances and Detection Limits (Examples):
  • Cotinin (COT): 0.2 ng/mg
  • Methamphetamine (MET): 0.2 ng/mg
  • Morphine (MOP): 0.2 ng/mg
  • Cocaine (COC): 0.5 ng/mg
• Test Principle: A lysate breaks down keratin in the hair to release drug molecules, which are then detected.
• Application: Take a hair sample, cut it into small pieces, and mix with buffer solution and catalyst powder. Apply 3 drops of the lysate to the test cassette.
• Result Reading: Readable within 5 minutes, do not interpret after 10 minutes.
• Advantages: Long detection time (months of detection possible), easy sample collection and storage.
• Limitations: Provides only preliminary results and requires confirmation via GC/MS.

5. Cleartest Multi Drug Drug Swab Test

• Purpose: Versatile rapid test for the qualitative detection of drugs and metabolites on surfaces and in solids.
• Detectable Substances and Detection Limits (12 Parameters, Examples):
  • MOP Morphine: 300 ng/ml
  • MDMA Ecstasy: 500 ng/ml
  • OXY Oxycodone: 100 ng/ml
  • PCP Phencyclidine: 25 ng/ml
  • COC Cocaine: 300 ng/ml
• Application: The test plate is wiped over the surface to be examined or the solid is extracted with buffer solution.
• Result Reading: Test results available within 5 minutes.
• Advantages: Wide range of detectable drugs, quick results.
• Limitations: Application recommended only for medical professionals.

I hope this comparison gives you a good overview of the available CLEARTEST® drug tests and helps you find the right test for your specific needs. If you have any further questions, please feel free to contact me.

Sincerely,
Dr. Daniel Pehböck