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.
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.
Measures alcohol only, not drugs
No specimen for lab confirmation of drug impairment
Drug suspicion still requires a separate workflow
Transport-First Blood Draw
No on-scene drug result
Confirmable specimen, but collected later than the stop
Transport plus medical collection and more handoffs
OraTek Approach
OraPlex™
Roadside Insight
Rapid oral fluid screening supports probable cause decisions
Drug Confirmation
Preserved lab-ready specimen from the same stop, no second collection event
Workflow Impact
Observed collection and secured handling support chain-of-custody
Measures alcohol only, not drugs
No specimen for lab confirmation of drug impairment
Drug suspicion still requires a separate workflow
No on-scene drug result
Confirmable specimen, but collected later than the stop
Transport plus medical collection and more handoffs
OraTek Approach
OraPlex™
Roadside Insight
Rapid oral fluid screening supports probable cause decisions
Drug Confirmation
Preserved lab-ready specimen from the same stop, no second collection event
Workflow Impact
Observed collection and secured handling 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.
Observed Collection on Scene
Use OraPlex™ for a standardized observed collection process designed for roadside use.
Preliminary Screening Results
Obtain rapid preliminary results while maintaining documentation and control of the specimen.
Secure the Split Sample
The protective swab basket and break-off vial support controlled handling from the moment collection is completed.
Lab Confirmation When Required
Preserve a lab-ready specimen for confirmation workflows that support evidentiary review.
Document and Retrieve Records
Access results and documentation through a centralized portal for oversight and case review.
OraPlex
One roadside-ready system for screening and confirmation
Use OraPlex™ for rapid roadside screening and preserve the break-off vial for quantitative confirmation when required.
OraPlex™
Split-Sample Roadside Workflow
Obtain preliminary results and preserve a quantitative confirmation pathway from the same observed collection.
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?
OraPlex is designed for observed collection, secured sample handling, and documentation that supports a clear chain-of-custody narrative.
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.
Next Step
Standardize your roadside oral fluid workflow
Talk to OraTek about agency rollout, training, and confirmation pathways.
