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NicCheck™-Rapid Urine Test (FDA Cleared & CLIA Waived)       NicCheck™ I is indicated for the semi-quantitative detection of nicotine and/or its metabolites in urine as an aid in the verification of smoking status. A semi-quantitative determination of nicotine consumption can be estimated based on the color intensity of the reaction found on the NicCheck™ test strips. Since it has been established that tobacco consumption is one of the most significant causes of death and disease and that nicotine has been identified as the substance in tobacco that causes addiction, NicCheck™ I provides a reliable indicator to the physician relative to the patient's potential risk level associated with these diseases and conditions. NicCheck has been granted a CLIA Waived status. Effective Intervention for Smoking Cessation Download NicCheck Package Insert NicCheck Controls Test Procedure Download Adobe PDF NicCheck Marketing Brochure Download MS Word Correlation of GC and NicCheck I Test Results NicCheck Reimbursements NicCheck Assay Procedure May 26 2PM CLIA Waiver 19Nov2008 NicCheck has been Cleared for distribution by the FDA. Sensitivity and specificity of the test average about ~98% for both measurements. NicCheck has been assigned a CPT code so that insurance companies can reimburse doctors and clinics and has a "CLIA Waived" status. Reimbursement information is available above. NicCheck measures nicotine and approximately a dozen metabolites of nicotine of which cotinine is the usually the one of most interest. Cotinine is detectable because of its’ half-life of ~16-30 hours depending on a person’s metabolism. Our strip has the capability of detecting 200 ng/ml of serum cotinine, being as sensitive as any rapid test out there while also able to providing a semi-quantitative answer.       CARBON MONOXIDE MONITOR (CO)        Low cost and visually motivational, the piCO+™ CO monitor is a leader in a new generation of breath carbon monoxide monitors. The CO monitor has user profiles for adult smokers, young smokers and pregnant women, as well the ability to easily create custom profiles when used alongside the COdata+™ PC software. Motivational traffic light coloured LEDs display the users' carbon monoxide levels, while the lit liquid crystal display gives corresponding readings in single ppm* and %COHb**. The single-switch operation makes the piCO+™ Smokerlyzer CO monitor incredibly easy to use. The piCO+™ CO monitor is lightweight and battery powered and combines the features of the original piCO and piCO-lo models, used throughout the world by health professionals working in smoking cessation programmes. Breath CO levels are easily measured when patients blow into the monitor through single-use disposable mouthpieces. These cardboard mouthpieces are connected to the piCO+™ CO monitor via a unique breath sampling D-piece, which incorporates a one-way valve and an infection control filter to address potential cross-contamination concerns. piCO+ ™ Smokerlyzer® Features of the piCO+ Smokerlyzer® CO Monitor • Motivates smokers to quit. • Easy to read display with instant results. • Auto-zero and breath-hold countdown timer. • Easy to use and calibrate by non-technical personnel. • COdata+™ software available for creating database and personalised settings. • Improved sampling system to address infection control issues. • Inexpensive disposable mouthpieces. • Also used for the screening of CO poisoning and smoke inhalation.        Support for Young People and Pregnant Women        Young people's smoking habits and motivations tend to differ from adults and their breath CO readings are typically lower. Using breath CO monitors as part of a young people's smoking cessation programme can often be devalued due to these lower readings, which may reduce the impact of the visual display. The piCO+™ is unique in allowing the user to switch from an 'adult' to an 'adolescent' setting which addresses this problem by lowering the ppm cut-off points between levels of smoking status. The same setting can be applied to pregnant women, who may not necessarily smoke less but are a traditionally problematic group to target (see MaternityCO Chart below). In this way, hard to reach smokers can be encouraged of the dangers of smoking and become motivated more easily. COdata+ ™ COdata+™ is a piece of software for Microsoft Windows, for use with the piCO+™ and Micro™ Smokerlyzer®s. It is also compatible with the piCO and piCO-lo monitors. PiCO+ Drivers available here. When connected to the piCO+™ the software allows users to create custom ppm settings, allowing them to amplify smoking status when treating particularly hard to motivate patients or testing under unusual circumstances. For example, tests taken early in the morning can give lower than typical results as the patient may not have had their usual quota of cigarettes. Presetting a 'morning session' custom profile with COdata+™ allows the operator to be prepared. The piCO+™ readings are downloaded from the monitor to COdata+™, which provides a virtual display of the instrument and an instant report of the patient's results. The report includes a specific interpretation of the patient's smoking habit and personal dependence on nicotine. This can be printed out and kept by the patient for their own records. The integrated database records patients' details and their results for subsequent sessions. MaternityCO™ The MaternityCO™ Chart can be used alongside the piCO+™ to illustrate the dangers of smoking whilst pregnant and the effects that first and second hand smoke can have on an unborn baby. By using the ppm reading given by the piCO+™ monitor and the easy to use MaternityCO™ wheel, it is possible to show mothers-to-be not only their reading but also that of their unborn baby and the average expected birth weight if they continued to smoke. The chart also gives a result for second hand smoke, such as a partner’s smoking habit, and how it can add to the damaging effects of carbon monoxide on the unborn fetus. Calibration The piCO+™ requires a calibration check once every six months with Bedfont's 20ppm CO in air calibration gas. No specialist technical knowledge or skills are required, making it easy to calibrate with our Calibration Kit. We can also supply replacement calibration gas in lightweight disposable cylinders. A range of annual service packages are also available.        Consumables & Accessories        Cardboard mouthpieces are connected to the piCO+™ via a unique breath sampling D-piece. A one-way valve prevents air being drawn back form the monitor. The breath then passes through an infection control filter, proven to remove and trap >99.9% of airborne bacteria1. This system further reduces the risks of cross infection and protects the instrument from contamination. We also supply an instrument cleansing wipe specifically developed for cleaning the surface of the monitors. Each wipe contains 1% Cetrimide, a powerful antimicrobial detergent. The wipes can also be used by patients to clean their hands before handling the instruments in areas without hand washing facilities, or where infection control may be a particular concern. Alcohol, or cleaning agents containing alcohol, should never be used as they may adversely affect the sensor within the instrument. Smokerlyzer Catalogue       NICOTINE GUM AND PATCHES       GlaxoSmithKline Nicorette 2mg Fresh Mint Nicotine Polacrilex Gum, 190 Pieces       These chewing gum pieces each contain 2mg of nicotine polacrilex to assist you in smoking cessation. The fresh mint coating offers a bold flavor for enjoyment. This formula is designed to help those who smoke less than 25 cigarettes a day. Product Features • Helps calm nicotine cravings; designed for those who smoke less than 25 cigarettes a day • Coated with a pleasant fresh mint flavor • Chew 1 piece of gum every 1 – 2 hours Product Warnings • Do not take if you have an irregular heartbeat or are breast-feeding (Model 784951) * If you smoke 25 or more cigarettes a day, use Nicorette 4mg.       GlaxoSmithKline Nicorette 4mg Original Nicotine Polacrilex Gum, 200 Pieces       Enjoy this gum's original flavor as the 4mg of nicotine polacrilex in each piece help you stop smoking. The formula is designed for those who smoke 25 or more cigarettes per day. Product Features • Helps calm nicotine cravings; designed for those who smoke 25 or more cigarettes per day • Original flavor • Chew 1 piece of gum every 1 – 2 hours Product Warnings • Do not take if you have an irregular heartbeat or are breast-feeding (Model 286219) Nicoderm CQ Clear Patches Step 3 Nicotine transdermal system 7 mg delivered over 24 hours. Step 3. With patented SmartControl technology. For use after completing step 2. 2-week kit. NicoDerm CQ is a three step program. You start with the highest level of medicine and gradually step down your dose. If you smoke 10 or less cigarettes per day, start with step 2. What is the NicoDerm CQ Patch and how is it used? NicoDerm CQ is a small, nicotine-containing patch. When you put on a NicoDerm CQ Patch, nicotine passes through the skin and into your body. NicoDerm CQ is very thin and uses special material to control how fast nicotine passes through the skin. Unlike the sudden jolts of nicotine delivered by cigarettes, the amount of nicotine you receive remains relatively smooth throughout the 24 or 16 hour period you wear the NicoDerm CQ Patch. This helps to reduce cravings you may have for nicotine. Made in Switzerland. Reduces withdrawal symptoms, including nicotine craving, associated with quitting smoking.       Nicoderm CQ Clear Patches Step 2       Nicotine transdermal system 14 mg delivered over 24 hours. Step 2. With patented SmartControl technology. If you smoke more than 10 cigarettes per day: start with step 1. 10 or less cigarettes per day: start with step 2. 2-week kit. NicoDerm CQ is a three step program. You start with the highest level of medicine and gradually step down your dose. If you smoke 10 or less cigarettes per day, start with step 2. What is the NicoDerm CQ Patch and how is it used? NicoDerm CQ is a small, nicotine-containing patch. When you put on a NicoDerm CQ Patch, nicotine passes through the skin and into your body. NicoDerm CQ is very thin and uses special material to control how fast nicotine passes through the skin. Unlike the sudden jolts of nicotine delivered by cigarettes, the amount of nicotine you receive remains relatively smooth throughout the 24 or 16 hour period you wear the NicoDerm CQ Patch. This helps to reduce cravings you may have for nicotine. Made in Switzerland. Reduces withdrawal symptoms, including nicotine craving, associated with quitting smoking.       Nicoderm CQ Clear Patches Step 1       2 Week kit. Clear patches. Two week supply. Thin Flex. Nicotine Transdermal System. 21mg Delivered over 24 hours. If you smoke more than 10 cigarettes per day: start with Step 1; 10 or less cigarettes per day: start with Step 2. Contains: 14 clear patches, Committed Quitters Program enrollment form, user's guide, and child resistant disposal tray. With patented Smart Control technology. NicoDerm CQ is a three step program. You start with the highest level of medicine and gradually step down your dose. or your family's protection, NicoDerm CQ Patches are supplied in child resistant pouches. What is the NicoDerm CQ Patch and how is it used? NicoDerm CQ is a small, nicotine-containing patch. When you put on a NicoDerm CQ Patch, nicotine passes through the skin and into your body. NicoDerm CQ is very thin and uses special material to control how fast nicotine passes through the skin. Unlike the sudden jolts of nicotine delivered by cigarettes, the amount of nicotine you receive remains relatively smooth throughout the 24 to 16 hour period you wear the NicoDerm CQ Patch. This helps to reduce cravings you may have for nicotine. Made in the U.S.A. Reduces withdrawal symptoms, including nicotine craving, associated with quitting smoking. Nicoderm CQ Clear Patches OTHER BRANDS AS WELL AS GENERICS ARE AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST

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