Drug Checking Locations
FTIR
Test Strip
UPHNS
Remote FTIR
Drug checking is offered by appointment and by drop-in at some locations. Call ahead to find out more.
FTIR may not be able to detect substances present in small amounts. While FTIR testing can provide some information about what’s in your drug, it cannot give specific quantities.
Fentanyl Test Strips
Fentanyl test strips are easy to use -you can get the test done at one of our testing locations and/or get trained to do the test yourself and take some strips with you. If you decide to get the test done at one of our testing locations your drugs will bein your possession at all times.
How the test is done:
1. Mix sample with water
A small sample of your substance (size of a grain of salt) is mixed with 30 mL (1 oz) of water (the same size as a shot glass).
2. Dip the Strip
Test strip is dipped into the water for 15 seconds. The results will appear on the test strip within 1-2 mins after it is removed. Result should be read as soon as they appear.
3. Talk Results
Learn what test results mean and the limitations. Consider reducing your risk by following some harm reduction tips such as using a smaller amount, carrying naloxone, not using alone, or disposing of the substance.
4. Clean Up
The water used for testing is thrown away.
Doing the test yourself? Download detailed instructions here.
Watch a video on how to use the strips.
Strips only test for fentanyl within the sample provided. Fentanyl may still be present in the remainder of your drug batch.
Strips may occasionally report a negative result when fentanyl or an analogue is present.