Oral Fluid Drug Testing: A Profitable Opportunity with Growing Demand

Workplace drug testing is rapidly evolving, with businesses seeking faster, more reliable, and non-invasive solutions to maintain compliance and ensure safety. Traditional urine-based drug testing has long been a trusted method, but it comes with logistical challenges—requiring restroom facilities, extensive handling procedures, and the risk of sample adulteration.

In contrast, oral fluid drug testing is emerging as a game-changer, offering real-time insights into recent drug use with minimal disruption to workplace operations. This shift is particularly important in high-risk industries such as:

• Transportation & logistics – Ensuring road safety and compliance with stringent regulations
• Construction & mining – Preventing accidents and ensuring workers are fit for duty
• Healthcare & emergency services – Protecting patient safety with rapid screening
• Manufacturing & warehousing – Reducing workplace hazards by detecting impairment risks

With regulatory bodies in Australia and New Zealand reinforcing the need for validated and compliant testing solutions (e.g., AS/NZS 4760), businesses are now prioritising oral fluid screening to meet updated safety standards.

For large-scale resellers and distributors, this shift presents a major growth opportunity—providing workplace drug and alcohol screening solutions that align with evolving industry needs.

The MicroScreen OFT 6 multi-drug oral fluid screening test

To meet the rising demand for efficient and reliable oral fluid testing, Thermo Fisher Scientific has introduced the MicroScreen OFT 6 Oral Fluid Multi Drug Screening Test—a premium drug testing solution designed for speed, ease of use, and regulatory compliance.

Key benefits of oral fluid workplace drug testing programs

The MicroScreen OFT 6 simplifies drug testing with a seamless collection process, clear results, and a fully validated device. As a reseller/distributor, you can offer businesses a modern solution while benefiting from Thermo Fisher Scientific’s expertise. Here are some of the key benefits of the MicroScreen OFT 6:

1. Fast & efficient collection

1. Provides negative results in under 5-10 minutes.
2. Eliminates the need for restroom facilities, reducing operational downtime.

2. High accuracy & confidence in results

1. Features bold, solid result lines for easy interpretation.
2. Includes a sample indicator to ensure reliable collection.

3. Convenient and easy to use

1. Simple two-step process from collection to result.
2. Eliminates employee discomfort associated with urine testing.

4. Detects recent drug use effectively

1. Screens for major drug classes to identify immediate risks
2. Customisation of test panel options for industry-specific testing needs (available at request)

5. Regulatory compliance & workplace safety

1. Fully validated to AS/NZS 4760, ensuring compliance with Australian and New Zealand drug testing standards.

Understanding the role of oral fluid and urine drug testing

When it comes to workplace drug screening, both oral fluid and urine drug tests play critical roles in ensuring safety and compliance. While urine drug testing remains a widely used and trusted method, particularly for detecting longer-term drug use, oral fluid testing provides an additional, highly effective option for identifying recent drug use and immediate impairment risks.

Key differences and benefits of each method

Urine drug testing
✔ Longer detection window, ideal for post-incident and compliance testing
✔ Suitable for industries with legislative or regulatory requirements for screening
✔ Well-established and widely recognized in workplace drug testing programs

Oral fluid drug testing
✔ Non-invasive and easy to administer—no need for restroom facilities
✔ Detects recent drug use, making it ideal for safety-critical industries
✔ Fast results with minimal disruption to operations

For many workplaces, a combination of both methods can provide a comprehensive testing strategy leveraging urine testing for historical use detection while utilising oral fluid testing for immediate risk assessment. The MicroScreen OFT 6 is designed to complement existing workplace drug and alcohol screening tests, offering a versatile, reliable, and compliant solution where oral fluid screening is preferred.

A commitment to innovation and workplace safety

The MicroScreen portfolio offers a comprehensive range of drug screening solutions designed to meet the evolving needs of workplace testing. From oral fluid to urine-based screening, MicroScreen devices provide reliable, compliant, and easy-to-use options for detecting drug use across industries. As a reseller, you can support businesses in maintaining workplace safety while benefiting from Thermo FisherScientific’s trusted distribution network, stringent quality systems, post-market surveillance, and dedicated technical support.

For workplace and forensic test use only. Not for use in diagnostic or therapeutic applications.