Innovating Science® - Forensic Drug Testing: A Simulated Immunoassay

Drug testing comes in two forms, presumptive and confirmatory. Because of the cost associated with confirmatory testing, a presumptive test is often employed first. While there are various forms of presumptive drug testing, two of the most common techniques are immunoassay testing and thin-layer chromatography. In this activity, students will perform a simulated immunoassay test on several urine samples for the detection of the cocaine metabolite benzoylecgonine. All urine samples and testing reagents are simulated to avoid the potential hazards of actual biological specimens while still providing realistic results. Kit includes enough materials for 15 groups. Teacher's Guide and Student Study Guide copymasters are included.

Aligned to the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS)*

Disciplinary Core Ideas: LS1.A; PS1.A; PS1.B
Performance Expectations: MS-LS1-3; MS-PS1-3
Cross Cutting Concepts: Systems and System Models; Structure and Function
Engineering Practices: Obtaining, Evaluating and Communicating Information

Kit Includes:
5mL Positive Control
5mL Negative Control
5mL Specimen 1
5mL Specimen 2
5mL Specimen 3
5mL Specimen 4
5mL Specimen 5
5mL Specimen 6
30mL Antibody Solution
30mL Labeled Metabolite
15 Spot Plates

DOT Info:
Non-regulated

*"Next Generation Science Standards" is a registered trademark of Achieve. Neither Achieve nor the lead states and partners that developed the Next Generation Science Standards was involved in the production of, and does not endorse, this product.