| 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 | Methamphetamine |
| 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 | 1,000 ng/ml, 500 ng/ml, 300 ng/ml |
| Accuracy | 1,000 ng/ml - 97%
500 ng/ml - 96.3% 300 ng/ml - 96.9% |
| 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 |
| 03-3032 | Instant-View® Methamphetamine (1000) Urine Test | 25 Test Cassettes |
| 03-3037 | Instant-View® Methamphetamine (1000) Urine Test | 50 Test Dip Strip |
| 03-3033 | Instant-View® Methamphetamine (500) Urine Test | 25 Test Cassettes |
| 03-3038 | Instant-View® Methamphetamine (500) Urine Test | 50 Test Dip Strip |
| 03-3030 | Instant-View® Methamphetamine (300) Urine Test | 25 Test Cassettes |
| 03-3035 | Instant-View® Methamphetamine (300) Urine Test | 50 Test Dip Strip |
What is methamphetamine?
Methamphetamine, or meth, is a stimulant drug that is highly addictive. It is related to amphetamines, but the high is longer lasting and stronger. The exact chemical formula may vary from batch to batch, as they are made with different precursor chemicals.
How long is methamphetamine detected in the body?
Methamphetamine can be detected in the urine for up to 5 days after use.
What is methamphetamine used for?
There are limited reasons why methamphetamines is prescribed. Currently, there is one drug that has been approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), and it is used to treat obesity or attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).
What are the forms of methamphetamine?
Meth is a pill or powder. Crystal meth looks like glass fragments or shiny, crystalline rocks of different sizes.
How is methamphetamine consumed?
Meth can be consumed in a variety of ways; it can be swallowed, snorted, injected or smoked.
What are the effects of methamphetamine?
Meth produces an intense and euphoric high. It causes increased wakefulness and physical activity. It can raise blood pressure, heart rate, body temperature and respiratory rate. Meth is very addicting. Chronic use can eventually lead to paranoia, violence, anxiety, confusion and psychosis. It can sometimes cause hallucinations and delusions.
What are the street names of methamphetamine?
Methamphetamine is also known as:
- Batu
- Chalk
- Crank
- Crystal
- Glass
- Ice meth
- Poor man’s cocaine
- Shabu
- Shards
- Speed
- Stove top
- Tina
- Trash
- Tweak
- Uppers
