
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.
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.
Transport-First Blood Draw
EZ Saliva-II™
Roadside Workflow
From Stop to Documentation: A Repeatable Process
A structured, defensible workflow designed for agencies that need speed, control, and clarity.
01
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.
04
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.