Drug Name

Buprenorphine Cassette Test

Drug Uses

Buprenorphine Cassette Test is a one step drug screen test that provides a lateral flow chromatographic immunoassay for the qualitative detection of Buprenorphine and its metabolites in urine at the cut-off concentration of 10 ng/mL.

How Taken

Allow test device, urine specimen, and/or controls to equilibrate to room temperature (15-30 degrees C) prior to testing.

• Bring the pouch to room temperature before opening it. Remove the test device from the sealed pouch and use it as soon as possible;
• Place the test device on a clean and level surface. Hold the dropper vertically and transfer 3 full drops of urine to the specimen well of the test device, and then start the timer. Avoid trapping air bubbles in the specimen well;
• Wait for the red line to appear. The result should be read at 5 minutes. Results may be stable up to 4 hours after test initiation.

Interpretation:

NEGATIVE: TWO COLOR BANDS - The appearance of two color bands within the result window indicates a negative test result. No Buprenorphine above the cut-off level has been detected. The color of the Test band may be lighter or darker than that of the Control Band.

POSITIVE: ONE COLOR BAND - The appearance of only one color band within the result window indicates the result is positive, i.e. the specimen contains Buprenorphine at a concentration above the cut-off level.

INVALID: Control line fails to appear. Insufficient specimen volume or incorrect procedural techniques are the most likely reasons for control line failure. Review the procedure and repeat the test using a new test device. If the problem persists, discontinue using the lot immediately and contact your local distributor.

Drug Class and Mechanism

Buprenorphine Cassette Test will detect use of Suboxone, Subutex or Buprenex (buprenorphine hydrochloride). This drug currently being marketed in the United States for the treatment of opiate addiction. Similar to opiates such as Methadone, Subutex and Suboxone are designed as a replacement for injected and snorted opiates such as heroin. Buprenorphine, a derivative of thebaine, provides pain relief and also produces a narcotic high. In fact, Buprenorphine was originally used for pain relief purposes over many years ago.

Missed Dose

You can use Buprenorphine Cassette Test is whenever you feel you need to do so.

Storage

Buprenorphine Cassette Test is should be stored at room temperature (15 to 30 degrees C) for the duration of the shelf-life. Buprenorphine Cassette Test must remain in the foil wrap or fog pouch until ready for use.