How to Use a Home Drug Test Kit to Monitor Your Health with Scanbase
What are at-home Scanbase powered drug test kits?
At-home drug test kits provide patients with an affordable and discreet way to monitor their health. If the test is Scanbase enabled it means the user of the test is able to scan their test to get results and be linked to Telehealth. The tests require only a small amount of urine, which can be quickly collected in privacy. At-home drug test kits are available over-the-counter at most drug stores and online, making them accessible and affordable for everyone. Testing yourself is an easy way to manage your own health while avoiding visits to doctors’ offices or clinics. You can even keep track of your results using apps that sync with home drug test kits. With proper care, home drug test kits will last several years and remain accurate throughout that time period. It’s important to follow instructions carefully when using these devices so you get accurate results every time. Home drug test kits typically have detailed directions on how to use them and what substances they can detect. Most home drug test kits can detect a variety of substances including: cocaine, marijuana, methamphetamines, amphetamines, ecstasy (MDMA), opiates (heroin), benzodiazepines (Xanax) and PCP. For some drugs such as marijuana or cocaine, home drug test kits must be used within minutes after collecting a sample—otherwise they may not give accurate results. To avoid inaccurate readings, users should always follow manufacturer instructions closely and never alter sample collection methods or delay testing times beyond recommended amounts of time.
What do they test for?
At-home drug tests can be scanned to track patient health. These tests look for traces of opiates, marijuana, amphetamine, methamphetamine (or meth), cocaine and its variants (including crack), ecstasy, phencyclidine (or PCP), barbiturates, benzodiazepines and THC—the chemical responsible for marijuana’s high. Tests also screen for prescription drugs like oxycodone or hydrocodone or methadone. Though these tests are not meant to diagnose you, they will tell you if you have any of these substances in your system. If they do detect something, they’ll tell you how much is in your system so that you can take action accordingly. If you test positive for any of these substances, it doesn’t necessarily mean that your use is an addiction problem; it could just mean that you took a pill too many times or smoked one joint too many times. It depends on how much was in your system and what was going on at home when it happened. But if regular testing indicates that there are serious problems with substance abuse—say, if levels stay consistently high over time—then testing may be more than just monitoring; it may become part of treatment as well.
Can they detect prescription drugs?
All home drug tests are designed for quick and easy at-home drug test. There is nothing you need other than water, toilet paper, and an at-home drug test cup. Simply urinate into an at-home drug test cup (also called collection cups or drug screening cups), dip in a urine detection strip that comes with your kit, and wait for results. In less than 10 minutes you will have your answer! If your home drug test detects drugs, it will show two lines in a window on the testing device. If no drugs are detected, it will show one line in a window on the testing device. Each home drug test is different and may display different colors depending on what type of drugs were used within 7 days prior to testing. For example: if amphetamines were used within 7 days prior to testing, your home drug test may display either pink or purple lines indicating Amphetamine use was detected. If opiates were used within 7 days prior to testing, your home drug test may display either blue or green lines indicating Opiate use was detected.
Can you use them to detect illegal drugs?
Home use Scanbase powered urine drug tests are great screening tests for illicit drugs a.k.a drugs of abuse and substances like cocaine, marijuana, amphetamines, and opioids. The positive test results are reliable enough to be used in a court of law. Because these tests detect metabolites (organic byproducts), they’re effective in finding drugs even after drug use has stopped. Urine tests for cannabis can’t detect THC but will show up if you’ve been using cannabidiol. If you want to find out whether someone is taking prescription medication or supplements, it’s better to ask them directly rather than testing their urine. Some prescription medications may not show up on a urine test because they don’t get processed through your kidneys or stay in your system long enough. For example, some antidepressants take weeks to leave your body completely. Most home drug tests are designed for one-time use only; however, there are some that claim to be reusable. Be sure you follow all instructions carefully when using any home drug test kit—and always keep them away from children and pets!
How much do home drug test kits cost?
Scanbase powered home drug test kits range in price from $5 for a few test strips to $50 or more for single-use, re-usable kits. These prices can vary widely depending on what tests are included and how many you get. It’s important to choose one that covers your bases; it’s best if it can detect multiple kinds of drugs. You don’t want to buy five different home drug tests because that just isn’t cost effective! It’s also good practice to invest in one with high accuracy rates. The FDA recommends avoiding at-home drug testing unless it has been proven accurate by an accredited lab—meaning most home kits aren't as reliable as they could be. Be sure to do your research before making a purchase.
What do the results mean?
Positive results mean that your sample contains detectable amounts of one or more drugs. Negative results indicate that none of those drugs were detected in your sample. It is possible for someone who uses drugs regularly to test negative on a drug test, particularly if they take steps to avoid testing positive (e.g., stop using before taking it) or if their body produces little by-products ( metabolites ) of certain substances. If you're concerned about your home drug test kit results, contact your doctor immediately. They can provide further information and help you understand what's going on with your health.
If you've never used a home drug test kit before, here are some tips: First, keep in mind that these tests aren't always accurate; there are ways to trick them into showing false positives and false negatives . For example, some people have developed antibodies which will cause urine samples containing THC to show up as negative when tested with common home kits even though they do contain THC.
Should I have my physician review my Scanbase results?
If you’re using a home drug test kit, it’s always best to connect to Telehealth with your results so your physician can review them. According to some healthcare professionals, home drug tests can be useful for monitoring prescription medication use and at-risk habits, but they should never replace visits with your doctor. You may also want to bring up any concerns or questions with them in addition to discussing your test results. Depending on why you ordered home drug tests, these discussions could be an essential part of staying healthy—no matter where you live. In other words, whether you get tested at home or not, don't let your health suffer because of lack of communication.
A small number of diagnostic tests that were conducted were off by two points (inaccurate) - how accurate are home drug tests? Are lab testing more accurate? Are all types of tests fda-cleared for home healthcare? Should I have my physician review my results? These are all great questions! Home drug tests kits are actually quite accurate if used correctly and by someone who is educated about how to read them.
