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Introducing DrugPatch: An innovative, non-invasive way to monitor abstinence.

At Lextox, we pride ourselves on providing industry leading drug and substance testing, which is why we are thrilled to be the UK’s first and only organisation to provide DrugPatch to the public and private family law sector.

What is DrugPatch?

A ground-breaking method, DrugPatch continually collects sweat to monitor for the use of drugs.

Key benefits:

Non-invasive and discreet

Easy and quick to apply

Tamper evident

Doesn’t affect day-to-day activities

Full chain of custody procedures

The method has been successfully used for over 30 years in the USA and is court approved with results from an ISO 17025 accredited provider, which can play a key role in supporting your case.

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How does DrugPatch work?

The donor wears the patch continuously for up to 10 days as a one off exercise or as part of a 30/60/90 day abstinence programme. The patch is applied to the upper arm, ensuring comfort for the donor, and doesn’t interfere with everyday activities such as exercising or showering.

The process:

DrugPatch is
applied to the donor’s upper arm.

The patch
continually collects sweat from the skin, only allowing small molecules like oxygen and water vapour to pass through.

Drug molecules pass through the film and collect on the absorbent pad.

The pad is removed and sent to the laboratory for testing. Results are reported as either positive or negative.

DrugPatch is applied to the donor’s upper arm.

The patch continually collects sweat from the skin, only allowing small molecules like oxygen and water vapour to pass through.

Drug molecules pass through the film and collect on the absorbent pad.

The pad is removed and sent to the laboratory for testing. Results are reported as either positive or negative.

What substances does DrugPatch detect?

DrugPatch is highly sensitive and detects use for the most commonly used drugs as well as other substance groups.

Lextox drug detection list
Drug groupClassDrugs detectedDescription
Amphetamine AAmphetamine
Methamphetamine
MDMA		Amphetamine is a stimulant drug that increases alertness, concentration and the energy of the user
Methamphetamine (crystal meth) is a stimulant of the central nervous system with a high potential for misuse and dependence. It is a synthetic drug, chemically similar to amphetamine (speed).
BenzodiazepinesCDiazepam
Nordiazepam
Oxazepam
Temazepam
Lorazepam
Alprazolam		Prescribed to reduce anxiety, our hair strand test is able to detect desmethyldiazepam, diazepam (Valium), oxazepam, temazepam, nitrazepam and flunitrazepam (Rohypnol).
CannabisBTHC
Delta-9
Delta-8		A naturally occurring drug made from parts of the cannabis plant. The main active compound is delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol (THC). Our test for cannabis looks for THC as well as two metabolites: 11 Nor-9-carboxy-delta-9-THC and 11-Hydroxy-delta-9-THC.
CocaineACocaine
Benzoylecgonine		Obtained from the leaves of the coca plant, cocaine is a stimulant drug of the central nervous system. High doses can cause respiratory or heart failure. Our hair test for cocaine will also look for Benzoylecgonine, AEME and Cocaethylene.
KetamineBKetamineKetamine is a strong anaesthetic drug used during operations on humans and animals. If high enough doses are taken, the aesthetic properties of Ketamine can come into effect causing unconsciousness or even death.
OpiatesAMorphine
Codeine
Dihydrocodeine
6-MAM
Thebaine		Opiates are a group of drugs that contain constituents derived from the opium poppy plant. A hair test for the opiates drug group will look for 6-MAM (a heroin specific metabolite used to show heroin use), morphine, codeine and dihydrocodeine (found in over the counter pain relief remedies).
OpioidsMethadone
EDDP
Oxycodone
Tramadol
Buprenorphine
Norbuprenorphine
Lextox drug detection list

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A hassle-free, fully managed service

DrugPatch is a great addition to our testing options and your dedicated client manager is on hand now to advise on how Lextox can support you and your clients. From enquiry to results delivery, they are ready and waiting to provide a hassle-free, fully managed service.

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