Immunoassay test strips are a relatively cheap and effective technology for detecting the presence of low levels of certain drugs in a sample with little-to-no waste of drug material (depending on route of administration). If you have ever taken an at-home pregnancy or COVID test, you have experience with this testing method. However there are some notable differences in the use and interpretation of test result with strips used in drug checking. Each PA Groundhogs Field Kit includes test strips for detecting fentanyl, xylazine (tranq) and benzodiazepines. Strips are meant to be used prior to use. If you get an unexpected positive result for any of the above drugs, consider going slow, using less to start, or finding another source.
Your sample return card includes a place to mark your results.
Assure Tech and WHPM are two of the primary manufacturers of test strips for harm reduction
At PA GROUNDHOGS, we offer both point-of-use and lab-based drug checking services in a single kit. Each field kit contains immunoassay test strips for three different drugs. Partner organizations can request bulk orders which we will fill according to stock. We encourage you to make use of the tests prior to use and consider risk factors associated with positive results.
However, please keep in mind these limitations: