Frequently Asked Questions

Ovus Medical´s Drug Test Cups are CLIA Waived and FDA Approved.  CLIA: The Clinical Laboratory Improved Amendments (CLIA) establish quality standards for laboratory testing for the purpose of diagnosing and screening.  All tests that are CLIA Waived are simple tests, with low a risk of inacurate results.

Both are potent sympathomimetic agents. Methamphetamine is the parent drug. It metabolizes into Amphetamine in the body. Methamphetamine and / or Amphetamine are excreted in the Urine.

Ovus Medical carries 6, 8, 10, 12, 13, 14 & 14 Panel cups. Some or all of the following are included. 

Amphetamine. Barbiturates. Benzodiazepines. Buprenorphine. Cocaine. Ecstasy. Marijuana. Methadone. Methamphetamine. Opiates/Morphine. Oxycodone. Pregnancy. Fentanyl. Alcohol.

Yes they are. All of our Urine screening cups have clearance, Clia Waived. Fentanyl, however is for forensic use only, a this time.

The cups should be stored at between 2-30 degrees C until the expiration date printed on the sealed pouch. The test cup must remain in the sealed pouch until use. Do not freeze. Kits should also be kept out of direct sunlight. Care should always be taken to protect the components of the kit from contamination. Do NOT use if there is evidence of microbial contamination or precipitation. Biological contamination of dispensing equipment, containers or reagents can lead to false results. Do NOT use after the expiration date.

Cups will last up to 24 months if kept in a climate controlled area.
They should be stored at 2-30 C or 35-85 F

No. Toilet water will dilute the process and will not work. 

You should always collect enough Urine in the event of a non-negative result.
The lab will require a minimum of 15mL of Urine specimen, but prefers 30mL for Urine testing.

Ecstasy is covered under Methamphetamine.

Orders go out every weekday. Mon-Fri. Orders are generally shipped same day. Standard shipping is UPS Ground and arrives in 3-5 days. There is also Expedited / Overnight shipping  available.

No. We do recommend refrigerator or freezer. They should NOT be frozen.  They must be kept between 2-30 degrees Celcius.

Both are potent sympathomimetic agents.

Methamphetamine is the parent drug.  It changes into amphetamine in the body.  Both methamphetamine and amphetamine are excreted in the urine.

A positive result for Amphetamine can be interpreted as a positive test for methamphetamine. 

No. Urine concentrations of THC for a positive test results are not possible by exposure to second hand smoke.

Unexpected test results or failure to obtain test results is the result of user error 98% of the time.

This because of:

• Failure to follow instructions
• Inadequate sampling
• Device contamination
• Failure to use a timer or other user related factor.

The stringent quality control checks and required random sampling methods mandated by the governmental regulatory authorities during the production process of these devices make the likelihood of receiving a defective test device extremely remote.

Most medications do not interfere with home pregnancy test results, including birth control pills. However, a false positive may happen if you are taking any medications that have hCG (human chorionic gonadotropin) in them, like medications that treat infertility.

You should choose the BZO (Benzodiazepines) drug test panel.

The PPX propoxyphene drug test will test positive for the prescription drugs Darvon and Darvocet.

The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) is the agency within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services that leads public health efforts to advance the behavioral health of the nation.

Shipping costs vary depending on what city and state you live in. Once you place the order, the system will give you the shipping cost before you finalize the sale.

Up to approx 13 hours depending on how much alcohol was consumed.

No. Urines test cups pose no bio-hazard risk. They can be discarded in regular waste bins.

Yes, our 14 Panel Cups dp test for alcohol. We also carry Etg Alcohol test strips.

The following screening cutoff levels on our test cups are consistent with SAMSHA.

When the 12 Panel Drug Test is taken, the assesor may discuss any particular medical reasons that may affect the positive result.  In order to further verify the result, there may be further lab testing required.  It’s also good to understand how to evaluate and understand the test results.  An example of the test results are pictured below:

instructions-drug-test-results

Ovus Medical Multi Panel Cups are up to 99% accurate

We do. However we find email enables us to provide the faster service. We love to answer your questions.  We focus on providing fast and high quality responses by email, so you’re always talking to a human that can help first-hand.  Email anytime JS@OvusMedical.com

Yes, They are the same family.

Test results are indicated by the colored bands on the side of the cup or the bands on each strip. Negative results will show 2 lines. One in the Control region, one in the Test region. Presumptive positive results will show only one line in the Control region.  And Invalid results fail to show a line at all in the Control region. Please note that even a very faint line is a negative reading.

Poppy seeds and dextromethorphan have been reported to lead to a false positive result for opiates. Decongestants (ephedrine) have been implicated in causing false positives for amphetamines. The body metabolizes codeine to morphine and both substances may be found upon testing.