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SKC 560-002 MethChek Immunoassay Wipe Kit User Manual

Operating instructions

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MethChek Immunoassay Wipe Kit for

Methamphetamine Residue on Surfaces

Developed by the U.S. National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH),
Centers for Disease Control (CDC), MethChek

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semi-quantitative immunoassay

wipe kits identify methamphetamine residue on surfaces at or above relevant
state cleanup levels. Ideal for pre and post-remediation evaluation of clandestine
meth lab sites, MethChek provides on-the-spot answers without waiting for lab
results. MethChek kits are available with a 0.05, 0.1, 0.5, or 1.5 microgram per 100 cm

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lower limit of identifi cation (LLOI).

Using MethChek 100, 500, and 1500 Wipe Kits

(100 ng, 500 ng, and 1500 ng LLOI)

See Cautions and Handling on pages 9-10 before proceeding.

Preparing to Sample

1. Put on clean gloves supplied in kit.

Use new, clean gloves for each test.

2. Place supplied wax paper on a level surface.

3. Place Step 2 Extractor bott le on wax paper.

4. Remove plunger from syringe and place on wax paper.

5. Place supplied template on test surface.

SKC recommends adhering template to surface.

Consult state meth sampling guidelines for
recommended template locations.

Multiple samples in multiple locations within a
structure are recommended. Consult state meth
sampling guidelines.

6. Remove screw cap from Step 1 Wett ing Agent bott le.

Insert and tighten spray nozzle. Prime spray bott le in a
waste can.

7. Remove gauze pad from package and spray gauze

2 times with Step 1 Wett ing Agent at a distance of
approximately 4 inches.

Operating Instructions

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Place template.

Spray 2 times with Step 1

Wetting Agent.

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Place items on wax paper.

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