Pen Style – 3 Panel Saliva Drug Test ALC, COT and THC

• Focused Screening – Tests only for the most relevant or high-priority substances. In this case, alcohol, nicotine/cotinine, and THC — the most commonly monitored in workplace, school, and family settings.

• Cost-Effective – Less expensive than larger panel tests, while still addressing the most critical concerns for many organizations.

• Simpler Interpretation – Fewer panels mean clearer results and less confusion for users.

• Situational Relevance – Perfect for environments where testing for alcohol, tobacco/nicotine use, or marijuana is the main concern (e.g., insurance policies, probation programs, schools, or youth prevention).

3-Panel Mouth Swab (Oral Fluid) – Buyer FAQ

What does this 3 panel saliva drug test detect?
A: It screens for Alcohol (ALC), Cotinine (COT 50 – nicotine metabolite from tobacco use), and Marijuana/THC.

Q: Why choose a 3 panel test instead of a larger panel?
A: A smaller panel is cost-effective and focused, testing only the most relevant substances. This is ideal when alcohol, nicotine, and marijuana are the primary concerns, such as in insurance screenings, school programs, or wellness checks.

Q: How accurate is this test?
A: The test is manufactured to professional standards with established cutoff levels for each substance, delivering reliable and consistent results when used correctly.

Q: How is the test performed?
A: The test uses a simple oral swab. Place the absorbent tip in the mouth until it is saturated with saliva, then insert it into the test device. Results are available within minutes.

Q: How soon can alcohol, nicotine, or THC be detected in saliva?
A:

Alcohol – Detectable almost immediately after consumption, up to several hours.

Cotinine (Nicotine) – Usually detectable within hours to 2–3 days.

THC (Marijuana) – Detectable from minutes after use up to 24–72 hours, depending on frequency of use.

Q: Can this test be cheated or tampered with?
A: Oral fluid collection is directly observed, making it very difficult to adulterate compared to urine testing.

Q: Who uses this type of test?
A: Common users include insurance providers (to confirm smoking status), schools, parents, wellness programs, clinics, and employers who want to monitor alcohol or cannabis use.

• Employers & HR – To monitor alcohol or marijuana use that impacts safety and productivity.

• Insurance Providers – Cotinine detection helps verify smoking status for health/life insurance underwriting.

• Schools/Parents – Focused testing on the most common youth risk substances: alcohol, nicotine, and cannabis.

• Clinics & Wellness Programs – Quick, affordable screening where only a few drugs of interest are relevant.

Fast, reliable, and cost-effective — the 3 Panel Oral Fluid Drug Test provides targeted results where it matters most.

Features & Benefits

• Fast & Easy Collection
  Rapid saliva collection means tests can be performed quickly and comfortably — no need for restrooms or invasive procedures.
• Reliable Results Every Time
  Consistent rapid wicking ensures the sample flows smoothly, minimizing errors and delivering dependable results.
• Flexible Panel Options
  Choose from up to 12 customizable drug panels plus optional Alcohol — tailor the device to your exact screening program.
• Tamper-Resistant Design
  Greatly reduces the ability to adulterate or substitute samples, giving you confidence in the integrity of each result.
• Ideal for On-the-Spot Testing
  Perfect for “reasonable suspicion” situations, workplace checks, or field use where immediate answers are critical.
• Trusted Across Industries
  Approved for forensic, employment, and insurance testing — versatile enough to support compliance in multiple settings.

How to Use 3 Panel Saliva Drug Test PEN

Rapid Oral Drug Test Intended Use

3 Panel Oral Fluid Drug Test is a rapid oral fluid screening test. It is a lateral-flow, one-step immunoassay for the qualitative detection of specific drugs and their principal metabolites in human oral fluid at the stated cut-off concentrations for use in employment and insurance testing.

This assay provides only a qualitative, preliminary analytical test result. A more specific analytical method must be used to obtain a confirmed result. Gas chromatography/mass spectrometry (GC/MS) is the preferred confirmatory method. Clinical consideration and professional judgment should be applied to any drug-of-abuse test result, particularly when preliminary positive results are indicated.

For employment and insurance testing use. 

Warnings and Precautions

1. For external use only. Do not swallow.
2. Single-use only. Discard after first use.
3. Do not use the test kit beyond the expiration date.
4. Do not use the test if the pouch is punctured or not well sealed.
5. Keep out of the reach of children.
6. Do not read results after 10 minutes.
7. Dispose of the used device according to local regulations.

Storage and Stability

1. Store at 35°F–86°F (2°C–30°C) in the sealed pouch until the expiration date.
2. Do not freeze.
3. Keep away from direct sunlight, moisture, and heat.
4. Open the pouch shortly before testing.

Principle of the Procedure

The 3 Panel Oral Fluid Drug Test is a competitive immunoassay designed for the qualitative detection of selected drugs or their metabolites in oral fluid. The device operates as a chromatographic absorbent system, in which analytes present in the specimen compete with immobilized drug conjugates for a limited number of antibody–dye conjugate binding sites.

When the absorbent collection tip is placed in the oral cavity, oral fluid is drawn into the device by capillary action, where it mixes with the antibody–dye conjugate and migrates across a membrane pre-coated with drug–protein conjugates.

If the drug concentration in the specimen is below the designated cutoff level, the antibody–dye conjugate binds to the immobilized drug–protein conjugates in the Test (T) region, forming a visible colored line. Any visible line in the T region, regardless of intensity, should be interpreted as a negative result.

If the drug concentration in the specimen is at or above the cutoff level, the free drug molecules present in the sample bind preferentially to the antibody–dye conjugate. This prevents binding at the T region, and no line will appear. The absence of a line in the T region indicates a presumptive positive result.

A colored line in the Control (C) region confirms that the test has been performed correctly and that the device is functioning properly.

This assay provides rapid specimen collection, consistent fluid migration, and reduced opportunities for adulteration. It is suitable for use in forensic, employment, insurance, and reasonable suspicion testing scenarios.

Materials Provided

3 Panel Oral Fluid Drug Test device(s) (per kit)

Instructions for Use (IFU)

Materials Required but Not Provided

Timer or stopwatch

Directions for Use (Quick Reference)

Instruct the donor not to eat, drink, or smoke for at least 30 minutes prior to sample collection.

Place the absorbent collection tip in the mouth and allow oral fluid to naturally saturate the swab.

Insert the saturated swab into the device as directed in the Instructions for Use.

Start timing once the specimen is introduced into the device.

Interpretation of Results

Negative: Two distinct lines appear (one at C and one at T). Any visible line at T, regardless of intensity, is considered negative.

Positive: A line appears in the C region only; no line is visible in the T region for the drug tested.

Invalid: No line appears in the C region, or lines are smeared/unclear. The test should be repeated using a new device.