Quick and easy urine test for detecting fentanyl
Rapid, Instrument-free and High Sensitivity Over-the-counter Urine Fentanyl Testing
This study is working on a quick and easy urine test that can detect fentanyl, a powerful opioid that can lead to overdoses, so that people who might be affected can get the help they need right away.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Sbir 2 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Instanosis, INC. NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Milford, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11258624 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing a rapid, instrument-free urine test that can detect fentanyl, a potent opioid responsible for many overdose deaths. The test aims to provide immediate results, which is critical for the timely management of overdose cases, especially since fentanyl can cause respiratory depression within minutes. Unlike current methods that require expensive equipment and take hours or days for results, this new test can be performed quickly and is designed to be accessible to those most affected by fentanyl use. The goal is to enhance the ability to identify fentanyl in patients, allowing for appropriate treatment decisions to be made swiftly.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include individuals at risk of fentanyl overdose, such as those with a history of opioid use or those in environments where fentanyl is prevalent.
Not a fit: Patients who do not use opioids or are not at risk of fentanyl exposure may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve the speed and accuracy of fentanyl detection in overdose situations, potentially saving lives.
How similar studies have performed: While there have been various approaches to drug testing, this specific method of rapid, instrument-free fentanyl detection is novel and has not been widely tested in clinical settings.
Where this research is happening
Milford, United States
- Instanosis, INC. — Milford, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Xia, Xiaofeng — Instanosis, INC.
- Study coordinator: Xia, Xiaofeng
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.