NicAlert™ is the only semi-quantative point of care test for the level of exposure to tobacco products:

• It tests for cotinine (a nicotine metabolite) in urine
• It uses a unique patented immunochromatographic technology
• It is a fast, inexpensive and easy to use disposable strip
• Requires no mixing or measuring of reagents, or calibration of equipment
• Does not require a machine or trained person to read
• Does not require first morning urine
• Does not detect drug use or cross react with other compounds

Accurate Measure of Nicotine Consumption & Tobacco Exposure

Nicalert™ is a unique point of care assay that now provides clinicians with a tool for a thorough, accurate determination of patient tobacco use and exposure status from all sources, including the effect from environmental tobacco smoke (ETS). The ability to track level of intake and exposure is integral to implementing continuous patient improvement. Earlier available tests have fundamental drawbacks that limit or preclude their use on a universal basis. The use of Nicalert™ should ultimately improve outcomes and save money.

Assess and document the smoking status of every patient

USE NICALERT™ TO:

• Identify which patients are smoking
• Detect second hand smoke exposure
• Measure level of nicotine dependency in smokers
• Assist patients in quitting
• Identify relapsed smokers

FOR SMOKING CESSATION

• Readily demonstrates a biological effect to the smoker
• Shows their effect on others via second hand smoke
• Provides immediate feedback to doctor and patient on cessation activity
• Provides a positive objective measure for smokers trying to quit
• Provides a fresh tool to initiate counselling with the “not ready to quit” patient

NicAlert™ is available for R&D applications. Click here for more information.