First Step is a device to test your own THC levels, before you do the real test. If the result is important, you might want to check your levels before it is too late.

First Step is a bit like a home pregnancy kit. It is easy to use. Dip the tip in the urine sample and wait for the result.

Features:

• One Step tests for urine drug detection. Just dip and read!
• Easy-to-read and accurate results in 3 to 8 minutes.
• Uses the principle of specific immunochemical reactions.
• Each strip has control (C) and test (T) regions.
• Room temperature storage with long shelf life.

Test procedure:

Allow the test panel, urine specimen, and/ or controls to equilibrate to room temperature (15- 30 ° C) prior to testing.
1.Bring the pouch to room temperature before opening it. Remove the test panel from the sealed pouch and use it as soon as possible.
2.Remove the cap from the end of the test card. With arrows pointing toward the urine specimen, immerse the strip( s) of the test card vertically in the urine specimen for at least 10- 15 seconds. Do not pass the arrow(s) on the test panel when immersing the panel.
3.Place the test card on a non- absorbent flat surface, start the timer and wait for the red line(s) to appear. The results should be read at 5 minutes. Do not interpret results after 10 minutes.

How to interpret results:

• Two lines is a negative (even a trace of a 2nd line)
• One line on a clear white background is a positive.
• Failure of Control line to appear is an invalid test.

Technical guff from the manufacturer:

The THC One Step Marijuana Test Strip is a rapid urine screening test that can be performed without the use of an instrument. The test utilizes a monoclonal antibody to selectively detect elevated levels of marijuana in urine. The THC One Step Marijuana Test Strip yields a positive result when the concentration of marijuana in urine exceeds 50 ng/ mL. This is the suggested screening cut- off for positive specimens set by the NZ/Australia Standard.

The Hempstore's advisory note: First Step is a known as a "screen" test. Screens do not meet the NZ/Australia Standard for drug testing, so they are indicative only. Screens give you an rough idea but cannot be used for evidential purposes (so always refuse consent if your employer wants you to do a screen like this). Good enough to test yourself though.