Officer using an oral fluid drug test during DUI roadside enforcement

DUI & Highway Patrol

Roadside Oral Fluid Screening for Drug-Impaired Driving

Collect an observed oral fluid sample on scene, get preliminary results in minutes, and preserve a lab-ready specimen when confirmation is required.

Why Oral Fluid at the Roadside

Faster decisions with a cleaner chain-of-custody story

Traditional drug DUI processes can require transport, waiting for additional resources, and delayed collection. Oral fluid testing helps agencies screen closer to the time of the stop and maintain documentation from observed collection through confirmation.

OraTek is designed for observed collection, rapid screening, and defensible confirmation workflows.

EZ Saliva-II™

A roadside DUI workflow built for speed and defensibility

Use split-sample oral fluid collection to support immediate screening decisions and preserve a lab-ready specimen from the same stop.

Comparison

Designed to reduce delays and disputes at the roadside

Breath testing can address alcohol quickly. When drug impairment is suspected, agencies often rely on transport-first workflows for confirmation. OraTek is designed to support on-scene screening and preserve a lab-ready specimen from the same stop when confirmation is required.

Breath Testing
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Measures alcohol only, not drugs
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No specimen for lab confirmation of drug impairment
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Drug suspicion still requires a separate workflow
Transport-First Blood Draw
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No on-scene drug result
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Confirmable specimen, but collected later than the stop
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Transport plus medical collection and more handoffs
OraTek Approach EZ Saliva-II™
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Roadside Insight Rapid oral fluid screening supports probable cause decisions
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Drug Confirmation Preserved lab-ready specimen from the same stop, no second collection event
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Workflow Impact Observed collection and tamper controls support chain-of-custody

Breath Testing

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Measures alcohol only, not drugs
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No specimen for lab confirmation of drug impairment
an icon of a exclamation point
Drug suspicion still requires a separate workflow

Transport-First Blood Draw

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No on-scene drug result
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Confirmable specimen, but collected later than the stop
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Transport plus medical collection and more handoffs
OraTek Approach

EZ Saliva-II™

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Roadside Insight Rapid oral fluid screening supports probable cause decisions
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Drug Confirmation Preserved lab-ready specimen from the same stop, no second collection event
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Workflow Impact Observed collection and tamper controls support chain-of-custody

Roadside Workflow

From Stop to Documentation: A Repeatable Process

A structured, defensible workflow designed for agencies that need speed, control, and clarity.

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Observed Collection on Scene

Use EZ Saliva-II™ for a standardized observed collection process designed for roadside use.

02

Preliminary Screening Results

Obtain rapid preliminary results while maintaining documentation and control of the specimen.

03

Secure the Specimen Immediately

Tamper-resistant design supports chain-of-custody from the moment collection is completed.

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Lab Confirmation When Required

Preserve a lab-ready specimen for confirmation workflows that support evidentiary review.

05

Document and Retrieve Records

Access results and documentation through a centralized portal for oversight and case review.

Devices

Roadside-ready options for screening and confirmation

Use EZ Saliva-II™ for split-sample roadside screening and preserved lab-ready specimen transfer, and EZ Saliva Quickswab™ when confirmation collection workflows are required.

Key Use Cases

Common Field Applications

OraTek workflows can support additional field and investigative contexts where rapid, observed oral fluid collection is valuable.

Probation & Parole Checks

Structured screening with defensible records for supervision programs.

Post-Accident Investigations

On-scene screening to support safety decisions and documentation.

Detention & Intake

Observed collection workflows where urine logistics are impractical.

Field Operations

Rapid screening during investigations where time-to-collection matters.

FAQ

What agencies ask first

Is this a replacement for lab confirmation?

Oral-fluid screening provides rapid preliminary information. When evidentiary confirmation is required, OraTek supports workflows that preserve a lab-ready specimen and maintain documentation.

How does this help with chain-of-custody?

OraTek devices are designed for observed collection with tamper controls and documentation, helping agencies maintain a clear chain-of-custody narrative from collection to confirmation.

How many substances can be screened?

OraTek supports configurable screening panels, allowing agencies to align field screening with their operational needs and confirmation policies.

Does this require special facilities or medical staff?

Oral-fluid collection is non-invasive and designed for field use. Agencies can implement standardized training for consistent collection and documentation.

EZ Saliva II split-sample oral fluid drug test kit

Next Step

Standardize your roadside oral fluid workflow

Talk to OraTek about agency rollout, training, and confirmation pathways.