Due to the presumptive nature of DetectaChem tests, both False Positives and False Negatives are possible, results should be confirmed by a laboratory. It is also important that users of these products use reasonable judgment in their application and use of these products, taking the totality of circumstances into consideration before choosing to utilize one of our tests or rely on their results as a basis for further action. Our tests are intended to aid the user in quickly making a presumptive determination in situations where the circumstances do not allow for more definitive testing.
Anyone purchasing our products should make use of our training materials outlining the appropriate uses and proper testing procedures. These materials address the use of follow-up confirmatory testing at an appropriately qualified laboratory when presented with a presumptive positive result.