| Feature | Benefit |
| One-step test | Ease of use and less potential for procedural errors |
| Results in 4-7 minutes | Test and Results at the same time |
| Sealed test cassette | Easy to use and discard |
| Kit includes all necessary components | Ready to use, no need for additional equipment |
| Internal controls included | Confidence in results due to confirmation of test strip functional integrity |
| Room temperature storage | No need for refrigeration or wait times for reagents to warm up. Tests can be run immediately as needed. |
| Sample type | Urine |
| Detects | MDMA(Ecstasy) |
| Time to results | 4-7 minutes |
| Duration in body | 24-48 hours |
| Kit storage conditions | Room temperature (15°C to 30°C/59°F to 86°F) |
| Internal controls | Included |
| External controls | Available separately |
| Sensitivity | 500 ng/ml |
| Accuracy | 97.5% |
| Shelf life | 24 months from date of manufacture |
Available Formats
- Single Cassette with pipette
- Single Dip Cassette
- Single Dip Strip
Alternative Options
- Instant-view® Multi-drug urine tests in combination with other urine tests - CLICK HERE
- Instant-view® Push Button Urine Cups in combination with other urine tests - CLICK HERE
- Instant-view-PLUS™ Driven Flow™ Urine Cups in combination with other urine tests - CLICK HERE
- Instant-view-PLUS™ Driven Flow™ Saliva Cards in combination with other saliva tests - CLICK HERE
Instant-view® Lateral Flow Test
Lateral flow assays have provided a very useful tool for three decades. Use of the technology is widespread and has proven an inexpensive way to screen, qualitatively and semi-quantitatively, in point-of-care environments. Lateral flow tests are used for medical diagnostics and detect the presence or absence of a target analyte in a sample matrix without the need for additional specialized and expensive medical equipment. The tests are utilized either for at-home-testing, point-of-care testing, or in clinical laboratories, depending on the tests regulatory clearances.
Throughout over 20-year history, ALFA has fine-tuned our manufacturing capabilities to a level that ensures the highest quality of lateral flow test output. All products are produced in the USA. ALFA's Instant-view® lateral flow tests stand for quality our customers have come to rely on and trust.
| Catalog Number | Description | Kit Size/Content |
| 03-2952 | Instant-View® MDMA (Ecstasy, XTC) Urine Test | 25 Test Cassettes |
| 03-2957 | Instant-View® MDMA (Ecstasy, XTC) Urine Test | 50 Test Dip Strip |
What is ecstasy?
Ecstasy is a psychoactive stimulant that is made of the chemical 3,4-methylenedioxymethamphetamine, or MDMA. It is a synthetic drug that is made in a laboratory and is known as a “club drug” as young people typically use this drug in the clubs.
How long is ecstasy detected in the body?
Ecstasy is detected in the urine for a few days, typically between 1 and 3 days.
What is ecstasy used for?
Ecstasy reduces inhibitions and creates intense tactile experiences for users. It also produces a distortion in time and perception, making the club experience more enjoyable.
What are the forms of ecstasy?
Ecstasy comes in a variety of pills, tablets and capsules. They typically have unique and colorful logos to distinguish different types of the drug. Ecstasy tablets often look like candies.
How is ecstasy consumed?
Pills of ecstasy are usually swallowed, but can also be crushed and snorted. MDMA is also occasionally smoked. Users take MDMA in a number of ways:
- Stacking – taking several tablets at one time
- Piggy-backing – taking a series of tablets in a short time
- Candy flipping – taking MDMA with LSD (acid)
What are the effects of ecstasy?
Ecstasy produces a profound tactile euphoria. It affects serotonin levels in the brain, making users sensitive to touch and stimulation. MDMA affects the ability of the body to regulate its temperature; making a user susceptible to hyperthermia and dehydration. Once the high has worn off, many users experience feelings of depression that can last several days.
What are the street names of ecstasy?
Other names of ecstasy include:
- Adam
- Beans
- Clarity
- Disco biscuit
- E
- Eve
- Go
- Hug drug
- Lover’s speed
- Peace
- STP
- X
- XTC
