How to collect a sample

• Read through these instructions.
• Ensure your kit contains all the items listed on the outside of the box provided.​
• Review the test request form, confirm accuracy of information and complete the test request form.

• Collect all four samples within the same day (i.e., over one sleep/wake cycle).
• Rinse your mouth with water 5 minutes prior to collection.

• Do not drink alcoholic beverages on the day of sample collection.
• Do not use lip products on the day of sample collection.​​​
• Avoid strenuous exercise on the day of sample collection.
• Stop taking any biotin and melatonin supplements 24 hours prior to sample collection.
• No caffeine prior to the first sample collection, and no caffeine at least one hour prior to collecting all remaining samples.

• Do not smoke, vape (all forms), use tobacco at least 30 minutes before collecting each sample.
• Do not drink, eat, brush teeth or floss teeth for at least 30 minutes before collecting each sample.
• Do not drink water while collecting your samples. 
• If this kit appears opened or damaged, do not use. Instead, contact LifeLabs at 1-877-849-3637.

Reminder of Eligibility for Collecting a
Sample

Before you collect the sample, please check that all of these apply:

• You have not used asthma medications, any creams like hydrocortisone, or cortisol-based medications like Cortef or prednisone in the last three months.
• You have not been diagnosed with any health conditions that could affect your saliva, such as gingivitis, Sjogren’s syndrome, HIV/AIDS, cystic fibrosis, Addison’s disease, Cushing’s syndrome or other adrenal disorder.
• It has been at least one month since you had any dental surgery.

Tips

• If a mistake occurs during collection, allow the tube to completely air dry, and start over.
• In case of dry mouth, stimulate saliva by pressing tip of tongue against teeth, smelling a lemon or other food, or yawning.​

The instructions in this video are designed to help you collect, package and ship your sample effectively.

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Record your sample collection date and time

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​Write the date and time of your collection on the pre-filled collection labels provided with this kit and then adhere the label vertically on sample tube. Place the labelled tubes into the clear ziptop bag and seal.

Your sample will be rejected if this step is not completed.

5Get your results

We will notify you when your results are ready. This normally takes 7-10 business days from when your package is received at the lab.

We are here to support you whatever your results may be. For more information about what your results mean, visit our FAQ section.